Temporary Architect Revit Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Architect

Job Description:

We are seeking a talented Architect who will produce and refine project documentation, including schematic designs, design development drawings, and construction documents, under the supervision of licensed architects. The role involves assisting in field surveys and site observations, documenting architectural features of structures, and translating field conditions into accurate virtual models. You will utilize Revit and other rendering tools to create compelling visualizations, virtual models, and presentation graphics. This position involves managing the BIM model in REVIT and BIM 360 and monitoring model quality for assigned projects. You will provide technical support for BIM-enabled workflows and coordinate with internal project teams to solve design and documentation challenges. Ensuring compliance with local building codes, zoning requirements, and industry standards is essential, along with staying informed of updates in codes, materials, and best practices to improve the quality of deliverables. You will work with clients to design or renovate spaces to meet their construction, finish, and FF&E standards, enhancing the function, safety, and aesthetics of a project. Generating design concepts for color palettes and materials and presenting them to clients via physical or digital boards is part of the role. Proficiency in all aspects of FF&E selection, documentation, including creating cut sheets, schedules, CSI specifications, and budget, is required.

Responsibilities

• Produce and refine project documentation including schematic designs, design development drawings, and construction documents.
• Assist in field surveys and site observations, documenting architectural features and translating field conditions into virtual models.
• Utilize Revit and other rendering tools to create visualizations, virtual models, and presentation graphics.
• Manage the BIM model in REVIT and BIM 360, monitoring model quality.
• Provide technical support for BIM-enabled workflows and coordinate with internal teams to solve design challenges.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, zoning requirements, and industry standards.
• Stay informed of updates in codes, materials, and best practices.
• Work with clients to design or renovate spaces to meet construction, finish, and FF&E standards.
• Enhance the function, safety, and aesthetics of a project.
• Generate design concepts for color palettes and materials and present to clients.

Essential Skills

• Proficient in Revit
• Licensed Architect
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture
• 5+ years of experience working at a firm

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in sectors like education, commercial, mixed-use, historic preservation, and multi-family residential is welcomed.

Work Environment

The position offers a hybrid work schedule with remote work on Mondays and Fridays, and in-office presence from Tuesday to Thursday. The office is part of a leading Chicago architecture and engineering firm known for its collaborative, high-energy studio environment. The firm values professional growth and emphasizes client satisfaction. Established as a woman-owned firm in 1991, it has grown to become a reputable architectural and engineering practice with a strong commitment to public service clients. There are three offices in Illinois: Chicago, Champaign, and Fox River Grove.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of CHICAGO, IL.

The pay range for this position is $71000.00 - $91000.00/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)

This is a hybrid position in CHICAGO,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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