About this role
Senior Project Architect | Healthcare Projects | Charlotte, NC Shape the Future of Healthcare Design Are you a licensed architect who thrives on leading complex projects and bringing meaningful spaces to life? We're looking for a Senior Project Architect to play a key role in the design and delivery of impactful healthcare projects across the Charlotte market.This is an opportunity to join an award-winning, multidisciplinary design team where you'll collaborate with architects, interior designers, medical planners, and consultants to create environments that positively impact patients, providers, and communities. If you're passionate about design excellence, technical leadership, and client partnership, we'd love to connect. What You'll Do
• Lead the design and technical execution of healthcare and complex commercial projects from concept through construction. • Partner directly with clients to understand goals, solve challenges, and deliver innovative design solutions. • Translate design intent into coordinated, buildable construction documents. • Oversee project documentation, quality control, and technical accuracy throughout all phases. • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, consultants, and internal stakeholders. • Mentor junior architects and contribute to a collaborative studio environment. • Support construction administration activities, including RFIs, submittals, and field coordination. • Help drive project success by managing schedules, deliverables, and team workflows. • Participate in client presentations, proposals, and business development efforts. What We're Looking For
• Licensed Architect (required) • 8+ years of architectural experience with progressive project leadership responsibilities • Strong experience leading projects from schematic design through construction administration • Healthcare project experience preferred; experience with other large-scale, complex projects will also be considered • Advanced proficiency in Revit • Experience producing and coordinating construction documents • Strong technical knowledge of building systems, detailing, and construction processes • Proven ability to manage client relationships and multidisciplinary project teams • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills • Experience with SketchUp or other 3D modeling software is a plus • LEED accreditation or sustainability experience is a bonus Why Join? ✅ Lead high-profile healthcare projects for nationally recognized clients✅ Work alongside architects, interior designers, and healthcare specialists in a highly collaborative studio✅ Influence design decisions from concept to completion✅ Join an award-winning firm recognized for innovation and design excellence✅ Opportunity for career growth, leadership development, and mentorship✅ Make a tangible impact by designing environments that support healthier communities If you're looking for a leadership role where you can own projects, mentor teams, and help shape the future of healthcare design, apply today. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $75.00/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 TypeThis is a hybrid position in Charlotte,NC. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 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.
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