Actalent is hiring : Interior Designer in Chicago

Job Title : Interior Designer

Job Description

Independently lead and complete interior design assignments with minimal supervision. Manage technical and design aspects of projects, including evaluating and recommending solutions tailored to client needs. Handle complex design assignments with proficiency. Develop designs aligned with client goals, contributing to schematic design and design development phases. Select and specify furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E); conduct research and gather pricing, specifications, and lead times. Create plans, 3D renderings, presentation drawings, finish boards, and other visual materials. Coordinate with consultants and FF&E dealers; assist in developing FF&E specifications. Mentor junior team members and support project managers as needed. Participate in client meetings and collect programming data. Conduct field surveys and document existing conditions; create Revit models. Perform QA / QC reviews on design and technical aspects of projects. Produce construction document (CD) sets in accordance with established drawing standards. Participate in submittal processes, addenda sketches, drawing revisions, and permitting. Assist with punch-list walk-throughs and follow-up actions.

Responsibilities

Independently lead and complete interior design assignments.

Manage technical and design aspects of projects.

Evaluate and recommend solutions tailored to client needs.

Develop designs aligned with client goals.

Select and specify furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E).

Conduct research and gather pricing, specifications, and lead times.

Create plans, 3D renderings, presentation drawings, finish boards, and other visual materials.

Coordinate with consultants and FF&E dealers.

Assist in developing FF&E specifications.

Mentor junior team members and support project managers.

Participate in client meetings and collect programming data.

Conduct field surveys and document existing conditions.

Create Revit models.

Perform QA / QC reviews on design and technical aspects.

Produce construction document (CD) sets.

Participate in submittal processes, addenda sketches, drawing revisions, and permitting.

Assist with punch-list walk-throughs and follow-up actions.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in Revit

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture or similar degree

5 years of post-graduate experience working in an architecture firm required

Experience in technical detailing

Experience working on educational, municipal, or public projects

Work Environment

The firm is a 30-person team located in the Loop. The schedule is hybrid with 3 days in-office and 2 days remotely. Employees have their own desk space close to the team. The culture is family-oriented with regular outings, opportunities for awards, and prizes. The firm holds Lunch & Learns and frequent town hall meetings. Employees meet with principals twice a year to discuss performance and goals. They have a strong focus on continued education and support for licensure, including signing off on hours and exam study support. The firm provides 100% premium coverage for health, dental, and life insurance.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $85000.00 / 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 hybrid position in Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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