Project Architect

Job Title: Project Architect
Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Project Architect to lead the design and delivery of impactful projects across a range of sectors. This role is ideal for a design- and technically-strong leader who enjoys guiding teams, shaping project vision, and contributing to a collaborative, studio-driven environment. This position offers a high level of autonomy, the opportunity to mentor staff, and the ability to influence design quality and technical best practices across projects. Experience in civic and/or historic projects is highly valued.

Responsibilities

Lead design vision, technical direction, and documentation for complex architectural projects.Mentor and guide interdisciplinary project teams.Coordinate with clients, consultants, and internal team members to align design intent and execution.Oversee quality, consistency, and performance from concept through construction.Represent projects in client presentations, stakeholder meetings, and design discussions.Contribute to broader design and technical initiatives across the organization.Essential SkillsProficiency in Revit.Experience in architectural design, construction administration, design development, schematic design, and construction documentation.10+ years of professional architectural experience.Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.Additional Skills & QualificationsLicensure preferred.Familiarity with additional design/BIM tools such as SketchUp is a plus.Experience across multiple project types; civic and/or historic project experience preferred.Proven ability to lead teams, mentor staff, and manage complex project scopes.Work EnvironmentStandard Monday through Friday schedule with a 9/80 work schedule, allowing every other Friday off adjusted to align with holidays for long weekends. The work environment promotes a collaborative, design-focused culture with strong mentorship and growth opportunities. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement with match, flexible work schedule options, paid time off (PTO) ranging from 160 to 200 hours per year depending on experience, 11.5 holidays, professional development support, and additional benefits like life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, health savings account, flexible spending account, and transportation passes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Salt Lake City, UT.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $115000.00/yr.

Medical, Dental & Vision
Maternity and Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
CEU Lunches
Professional Development
Parking
TRAX transportation passes
Flexible Schedule

Depending on years of experience, PTO of between 160 to 200 hours per year.
11.5 holidays

Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation based on experience
Flexible work schedule options (including alternative schedules)
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement with match)
Paid time off and professional development support
Collaborative, design-focused culture with strong mentorship and growth opportunities

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Salt Lake City,UT.

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 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.

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