• Architectural Designer

    Actalent (New York, NY)


    Now Hiring: Intermediate Architectural Designer

     

    Create. Collaborate. Shape Spaces That Inspire.

     

    Are you a passionate architectural designer ready to take on more creative ownership and work on projects that transform the way people work and live? Do you thrive in collaborative, design‑driven environments where your ideas matter and your growth is supported?

     

    If so, we want you on our team.

     

    Our New York City office is seeking talented Intermediate Architectural Designers (4–7 years experience) to help bring visionary concepts to life—from cutting‑edge commercial office interiors to mixed‑use environments and sophisticated landlord/building repositioning projects.

     

    Under the guidance of Designers and Project Managers, you’ll play a key role in shaping design direction from concept through completion, ensuring every space is functional, beautiful, and true to the client’s aspirations.

     

    What You’ll Do

    You’ll be a vital part of the design process, contributing creativity, clarity, and craft at every phase:

    + Develop design concepts that align with client goals, workplace strategies, and brand identity.

    + Create compelling presentations, mood boards, and visual storytelling materials.

    + Produce space plans, layouts, and test fits that maximize usability and delight end users.

    + Research and specify furniture, fixtures, finishes, and equipment that bring the design narrative to life.

    + Translate early ideas into detailed plans, elevations, and cohesive material palettes.

    + Partner closely with the technical team to ensure constructability, code compliance, and design integrity.

    + Develop millwork concepts and collaborate on the integration of details into construction documents.

    + Present design solutions to clients and fold feedback into evolving concepts.

    + Coordinate with consultants, vendors, and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle.

    + Review shop drawings and support efforts to maintain design intent during construction.

    What You Bring

    + Proficiency in Revit

    + Strong design and graphic skills using Adobe Creative Suite.

    + Familiarity with rendering tools such as Enscape and Lumion.

    + Bachelor’s degree in architecture.

    + Excellent communication, organization, and leadership abilities.

    Bonus Skills & Qualifications

    + LEED Accreditation preferred.

    + Architectural license or active progress toward licensure is a plus.

     

    Why You’ll Love Working Here

     

    Join a global architecture, interior design, and master planning firm with over 50 years of shaping human experiences through thoughtful, innovative design.

    Here’s what makes our environment special:

    + Hybrid model: 3 days per week in the office, offering balance and collaboration.

    + Two NY offices:

    + NYC: 40+ creative professionals

    + Long Island: 30+ team members

    + A happy, supportive culture with strong retention and real career pathways.

    + Opportunities to work on diverse, high‑impact projects with multidisciplinary teams.

    + A stable, established firm that continues to innovate and evolve.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of New York, NY.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $950000.00/yr.

     

    company provides hybrid flexibility medical benefits dental benefits vision benefits flexible pto a flexible work schedule bonus permanent hire competitive with industry averages.

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in New York,NY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 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 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.