Architectural Designer - Transit Design-Build Projects

Job Description

Job Description

Architectural DesignerTransit & Rail Infrastructure | Design-Build Projects

Join a team delivering some of the region's most impactful transportation infrastructure projects. We are seeking Architectural Designers at both junior and intermediate experience levels to support a major Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) Design-Build program. This is an excellent opportunity to work on large-scale transit projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, and contribute to the development of critical public infrastructure.

in architectural production and are eager to learn, we are interested in connecting with motivated professionals ready to grow in a fast-paced project environment.

Responsibilities

• Produce architectural drawings, plans, details, and construction documents for transit and infrastructure projects.
• Support project delivery through design development, drafting, and production activities using MicroStation.
• Prepare coordinated drawing packages and assist with multidisciplinary design integration.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, project managers, and discipline leads to meet project milestones and deliverables.
• Support Design-Build project execution while maintaining compliance with client and agency standards.
• Coordinate within document control and project management systems to ensure design accuracy and consistency.
• Assist with technical reviews, design revisions, and project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of architectural design and production experience.
• Strong experience preparing construction documents and technical drawings.
• Experience with MicroStation preferred; candidates with strong AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software experience and the ability to quickly learn MicroStation will be considered.
• Experience supporting transportation, transit, infrastructure, public-sector, or large-scale commercial projects is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple project priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MTA, LIRR, NYCT, Amtrak, or other transportation agencies.
• Familiarity with OpenBuildings Designer and Bentley 3D applications.
• Experience using ProjectWise or other document management platforms.
• Previous Design-Build project experience.
• Understanding of transportation facility, station, rail, or infrastructure design.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on a high-profile LIRR Design-Build program.
• Exposure to large-scale transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Collaborative environment with experienced architects, engineers, and project leaders.
• Long-term project pipeline offering career growth and development opportunities.
• Hybrid work environment with a strong team-oriented culture.

Location: New York Metropolitan Area (Hybrid)

Experience Level: Junior to Mid-Level (3+ Years)

Industry: Architecture | Transportation | Rail | Infrastructure | Design-Build

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Jersey City, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Jersey City,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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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