Architectural Designer

Actalent • Fairfield, CT • 1d ago

Job Title: Architectural Designer

Job Description

Join a dynamic firm that specializes in planning, design, construction administration, inspection, and code consultation for a wide range of projects including luxury residential, commercial, aviation, entertainment, sports, retail, institutional, and hospitality sectors. The firm is currently working on exciting projects such as a sports training facility for a high school, gymnastics centers, residential homes, yacht clubs, funeral homes, and restaurants. With a project portfolio that is 60-70% commercial and 30-40% residential, this is an excellent opportunity for an architectural designer to engage in diverse and high-profile projects.

Responsibilities

Assist with architectural design and documentation across multiple active projects, ensuring a variety of work.

Develop drawings and construction documents using Revit, maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.

Support projects from schematic design through construction administration.

Collaborate closely with the principal and small project teams to resolve design issues and revise drawings as projects evolve.

Coordinate with consultants and internal team members to maintain seamless project execution.

Maintain accuracy and quality control throughout project documentation.

Essential Skills

3-5 years of professional architectural experience.

Proficiency in Revit.

Basic understanding of detailing and construction documents.

Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Ability to learn quickly and avoid repeated mistakes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Commercial, mixed-use, or multifamily projects is strongly preferred.

Ability to produce full sets of construction documents, design development.

Comfortable working in a small, in-office environment.

Motivated by project variety rather than specialization in one building @type.

Work Environment

The work environment is a small office setting with two full-time employees and one administrative staff. The typical work hours are from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The preference is for work to be conducted fully in-office, though there is flexibility for occasional remote work if necessary. The firm values direct communication with leadership and offers exposure to unique, high-profile projects. The culture is informal, without a heavy corporate structure, and focuses on work-life balance and mutual respect. Team lunches and opportunities for licensure support are part of the benefits offered

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fairfield, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.03 - $48.46/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fairfield,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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