Architectural Designer

We are seeking an experienced Architectural Designer to join our team in Milwaukee, WI. This position will support a variety of commercial construction projects from initial concept and design development through construction documentation and project completion. The ideal candidate has experience working on commercial buildings, is proficient in Revit, and understands how to produce accurate, buildable designs while coordinating with clients, consultants, and construction teams.

Responsibilities

- Develop architectural designs for commercial construction projects from concept through construction documents.
- Produce detailed drawings, plans, elevations, sections, and construction details using Revit and AutoCAD .
- Assist with programming, space planning, schematic design, and design development.
- Coordinate architectural drawings with structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and civil disciplines.
- Review drawings for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable building codes.
- Support permit and construction document packages.
- Collaborate with project architects, project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients.
- Participate in client meetings and project coordination meetings.
- Respond to RFIs, submittals, and design questions during construction.
- Assist with field observations and documentation throughout the construction process.
- Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

- Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture or a related field.
- 3+ years of architectural design experience , preferably focused on commercial construction.
- Strong proficiency in Revit required.
- Experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office preferred.
- Working knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, and building systems.
- Familiarity with IBC, ADA/accessibility requirements, and local building codes .
- Experience producing construction documents and coordinating multidisciplinary design teams.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.
- Architectural licensure is not required ; candidates pursuing licensure are encouraged to apply.

Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $95000.00/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI. 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 [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the
city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law
shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,
including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications
and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you
acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.