Architectural Designer

Architectural Designer

Location: Hybrid | Irvine, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

'About the Company

Our client is a respected architecture and engineering firm specializing in the planning, design, and delivery of complex projects for federal, military, healthcare, education, civic, industrial, laboratory, and institutional clients. With a reputation for technical excellence and client-focused service, the firm provides integrated architectural solutions that balance innovation, functionality, sustainability, and constructability. The firm fosters a collaborative, team-oriented environment where architects, designers, and engineers work closely together to deliver impactful projects that serve communities and mission-critical organizations. Due to continued growth and a strong backlog of awarded work, they are seeking a talented Architectural Designer to join their expanding team.

Position Overview

The Architectural Designer will play a key role in the production and coordination of architectural projects from design development through construction documentation. This position is ideal for a technically strong designer who enjoys working in a highly collaborative environment and can contribute immediately to project delivery efforts. The successful candidate will possess advanced Revit skills, experience producing high-quality construction documents, and the ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams. This role is focused on project execution, documentation, and technical production rather than purely conceptual design.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and produce Revit-based architectural drawings and construction documentation for a variety of project types.
• Support project delivery from design development through construction document completion.
• Prepare, revise, and maintain drawing packages while incorporating design changes and redline markups.
• Coordinate architectural designs with structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty consultants.
• Assist with project planning and execution to maintain schedules, deliverables, and quality standards.
• Produce detailed architectural plans, elevations, sections, details, and schedules.
• Participate in multidisciplinary coordination meetings and help resolve design and constructability issues.
• Maintain organized and coordinated drawing sets throughout all project phases.
• Support BIM workflows and project collaboration using cloud-based project management platforms.
• Contribute to project success through proactive communication, technical problem-solving, and attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a related field.
• Approximately 5-7 years of professional architectural design experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit with the ability to contribute immediately in a production-focused environment.
• Strong experience preparing architectural construction documents.
• Demonstrated ability to produce detailed drawings and incorporate design revisions efficiently.
• Experience coordinating with architects, engineers, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of architectural detailing, building systems, and construction documentation standards.
• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within an architectural or architecture/engineering consulting firm.
• Background working on federal, military, healthcare, laboratory, educational, industrial, civic, or institutional projects.
• Familiarity with BIM 360 , Autodesk Construction Cloud , and collaborative BIM workflows.
• Experience with AutoCAD , Adobe Photoshop , rendering software, or architectural visualization tools.
• Exposure to interior architecture and interior design projects.
• Experience supporting field investigations, site assessments, shop drawing reviews, or construction administration activities.
• Progress toward architectural licensure is a plus.

What You'll Work On

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects, including:

• Federal and military facilities
• Healthcare and medical campuses
• Educational institutions
• Research and laboratory facilities
• Industrial and manufacturing projects
• Civic and public-sector buildings
• Institutional developments

The firm's project diversity provides exposure to technically challenging assignments and opportunities for long-term professional growth.

Work Environment & Culture

You'll join a close-knit team of approximately 14 professionals who value collaboration, accountability, and work-life balance. The firm maintains a supportive and approachable culture where team members have direct access to leadership and opportunities to make a meaningful impact on project success.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule , typically requiring two days per week in the office, with additional flexibility based on project needs and individual preferences. Standard working hours are generally between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. , providing flexibility while maintaining a strong commitment to client service and project delivery.

Why Join This Team?

• Strong backlog of awarded projects and long-term growth opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse and technically challenging project types.
• Collaborative architecture and engineering environment.
• Hybrid work flexibility and supportive leadership.
• Opportunity to work directly with experienced architects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A culture that values technical excellence, teamwork, and innovation.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Irvine, CA.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $57.69/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a hybrid position in Irvine,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 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.

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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.