Architectural Designer

Actalent; Des Plaines (IL); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Job summary

Actalent, a design-build firm, seeks an Architectural Designer in Rosemont, IL to contribute across the full lifecycle from concept to construction documents for private healthcare projects. You will work with interior design, construction, and project teams to shape healthcare environments and support leadership in a boutique setting.

The role emphasizes hands-on design, technical detailing, and cross-functional collaboration, with a hybrid work arrangement in Illinois.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field.
• 4+ years of experience in an architectural firm.
• Proficiency in Revit; working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator is a plus.
• Experience or interest in healthcare-focused design and construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of construction documents and detailed project drawings.
• Collaborate across groups to ensure cohesive project delivery.
• Attend client meetings and provide design feedback to the team.
• Review technical drawings and coordinate with engineering consultants.
• Research products and building systems that support design intent, especially in healthcare.
• Develop plans, elevations, and architectural details illustrating design concepts and materials.
• Produce construction documents and specifications aligned with approved design.
• Lead document revisions during construction to address field conditions.
• Review subcontractor submissions for design intent and documentation.
• Review shop drawings for furniture, millwork, and equipment.
• Attend job site meetings during construction as needed.
• Participate in punch list processes and follow up on items.

Skills

Healthcare design

Architectural detailing

Client collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field

Tools

Revit

Adobe Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

A design-build firm, located in Rosemont, is looking to add an Architectural Designer to their team! The office is accessible via the Blue Line.

Job Description

This role offers the opportunity to work as an Architectural Designer within an integrated design-build firm that specializes in private healthcare practices. You will contribute across the full project lifecycle, from early visioning and conceptual design through detailed architectural documentation and construction support. The position combines hands‑on design, technical detailing, and active collaboration with interior design, construction, and project technical teams. You will help shape healthcare environments, gain broad exposure to all project phases, and work closely with leadership in a boutique setting that values ownership, growth, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of construction documents and detailed project drawings that clearly communicate design intent and technical requirements
• Collaborate across groups, contributing to both technical construction issues and design discussions to ensure cohesive project delivery
• Attend client meetings, review early space plans, and provide constructive design suggestions and feedback to the design team
• Review technical construction drawings and coordinate closely with engineering consultants to align architectural and engineering solutions
• Research products and building systems that support and enhance the design intent, particularly within healthcare environments
• Develop plans, elevations, and architectural details that clearly illustrate design concepts and the use of materials
• Produce construction documents and specifications that ensure alignment with the approved design intent and project requirements
• During the construction phase, lead document revisions such as addenda, bulletins, and clarification sketches to address field conditions and questions
• Review subcontractor submissions to verify compliance with the design intent and project documentation
• Review production shop drawings for furniture, millwork, and equipment as needed to ensure consistency with the design
• Attend job site meetings during construction on an as‑needed basis to review construction elements and furnishing placement for compliance with approved documents
• Participate in punch list processes as needed, helping to identify, document, and follow up on items requiring correction or completion

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or a closely related field
• 4+ years of experience working in an architecture firm
• Proficiency in Revit; working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator is a plus
• Experience or interest in healthcare-focused design and construction

Job Type & Location

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

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $43.26/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 Type This is a hybrid position in Rosemont, IL.

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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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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.