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Licensed Atrchitect
- Actalent (San Jose, CA)
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Job Title: Licensed ArchitectJob Description
We are seeking a Licensed Architect to join our growing architecture team in San Jose. This role is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative design-build environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality, buildable architecture. You will lead projects from schematic design through construction administration, ensuring compliance, functionality, and aesthetic excellence.
Responsibilities
+ Develop and oversee architectural design for residential, mixed-use, and commercial projects.
+ Prepare and review detailed construction documents using Revit and other BIM tools.
+ Ensure compliance with California Building Codes, zoning regulations, and ADA standards.
+ Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants, including structural, MEP, and civil engineers.
+ Participate in client meetings, presentations, and design reviews.
+ Provide technical guidance during construction administration, including addressing RFIs and conducting site visits.
+ Maintain project schedules, budgets, and quality standards within the Design-Build methodology.
Essential Skills
+ Licensed Architect in California.
+ Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch from a NAAB-accredited program).
+ Minimum 5+ years of architectural experience, preferably in design-build environments.
+ Proficiency in Revit and strong knowledge of BIM workflows.
+ Solid understanding of California Building Codes and permitting processes.
+ Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience with mixed-use, residential, or commercial projects is preferred.
Work Environment
Join a fourth-generation, family-owned design-build firm with over 100 years of experience shaping Northern California’s skyline. Our integrated Design-Develop-Build platform delivers innovative architecture, efficient construction, and sustainable development for residential, mixed-use, and commercial projects. We pride ourselves on tradition, innovation, and integrity, offering full-service solutions from concept through completion.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of San Jose, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/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 fully onsite position in San Jose,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 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.
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