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    Actalent (Seattle, WA)


    Job Title: Architectural Designer

    Job Description

    Join a dynamic Retail Studio in Seattle as an Intermediate Architectural Staff member. This role is perfect for individuals who excel in collaborative environments and are dedicated to producing high-quality construction documents in a fast-paced setting. You will be part of a supportive team, making an immediate impact while focusing on detail-oriented design execution.

     

    Pay: $29.00 – $36.00/hour

     

    Schedule: Hybrid – Monday through Thursday in-office, Friday hybrid

    Responsibilities

    + Produce full sets of construction documents, including plans, elevations, sections, and details

    + Apply building codes and technical detailing to design projects

    + Coordinate with consultants and internal teams to ensure project success

    + Utilize Revit, AutoCAD, and other design tools effectively

    + Support site planning, material selection, and cost estimating processes

    + Engage in light project management and client interaction when necessary

    Qualifications

    + Proficient in Revit for detailed, code-compliant construction documentation

    + Strong understanding of building codes and technical coordination

    + Experience with retail projects and construction documentation

    + Excellent communication and collaboration skills

    + Ability to meet deadlines and contribute to team success

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience with high-volume retail rollout projects (food & beverage preferred)

    + Ability to mentor junior staff and support team coordination

    + Comfortable engaging with clients and supporting project communication

    + Familiarity with AutoCAD, architecture production workflows, and construction administration

    Disqualifiers

    + Less than 3 years of architectural drafting or construction documentation experience

    + No Revit experience

    + No experience with retail or commercial projects

    + Inability to work onsite in Seattle (relocation not supported)

    + Poor communication or collaboration history

    Employee Value Proposition

    You’ll join a collaborative, design-driven studio that values creativity, technical excellence, and professional growth. The team fosters a supportive culture with flexible work hours, hybrid options, and regular opportunities for learning and development. From design charrettes to team events, the environment encourages idea-sharing and continuous improvement while working on impactful retail-focused projects.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $36.00/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 hybrid position in Seattle,WA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2025.

    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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.