Interior Design Professional

Actalent; Darien (IL); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

PTO / Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a talented interior designer to lead the development of design concepts for educational and institutional projects from program through construction documentation. Based in Darien, IL, you will collaborate with a senior designer, coordinate with clients, and manage budgets, timelines, and deliverables.

You will create detailed drawings using AutoCAD and Revit, develop furniture layouts, and select materials within cost and performance constraints.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field.
• 3+ years of professional interior design experience with furniture design/procurement.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for plans and construction docs.
• Experience translating interior design into buildable drawings and specs.
• Strong space planning and furniture layout skills.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite for presentations.
• 3D modeling and rendering experience.
• Experience on K–12, higher education, or sports facilities projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead interior design concepts from program through construction documentation.
• Create detailed design documents and presentations communicating design intent.
• Coordinate client meetings to align design with project goals.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and deliverables across multiple projects.
• Source materials and furnishings within budget and performance criteria.
• Oversee vendor relations and procurement to ensure timely delivery.
• Oversee furniture procurement and coordinate with vendors for ordering/installation.
• Visit sites to verify construction aligns with plans and address issues.

Skills

Space planning

Furniture layout

Material selection

Color schemes

AutoCAD

Revit

3D modeling

Rendering

Adobe Creative Suite

K–12/education projects

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Interior Design, Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

3D modeling tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of interior design concepts under the supervision of a senior designer, including program assessment, space planning, furniture layouts, material selections, and color schemes
• Create detailed design documentation and presentations that clearly communicate design intent
• Participate in client meetings to understand project needs, goals, and vision, and assist in developing design solutions that align with project objectives and user requirements.
• Oversee key aspects of the interior design process, including managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure projects remain on schedule and within scope
• Source and select appropriate materials, furnishings, and finishes that support the design concept, budget constraints, and performance requirements
• Manage relationships with vendors and suppliers, including obtaining samples, reviewing product options, and ensuring timely delivery and quality control of furnishings and finishes
• Support and oversee the furniture procurement process, including the development of furniture specifications packages and coordination with vendors for ordering and installation
• Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions, monitor design implementation, verify that construction aligns with design documents, and address any issues or discrepancies during construction
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, balancing design development, documentation, client communication, and coordination responsibilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field from an accredited institution
• 3+ years of professional experience in interior design, including managing and delivering projects that involve furniture design and procurement
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD and Revit for developing plans, details, and construction documentation
• Experience with construction documents and an understanding of how interior design is translated into buildable drawings and specifications
• Strong skills in interior design and interior architecture, including schematic design, space planning, and furniture layout development
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite for design presentations, graphics, and visual communication
• Experience with 3D modeling and rendering tools, with the ability to visualize and communicate three-dimensional design concepts
• Experience working on K–12 and higher education projects (including classrooms, campus facilities) or on sporting facilities (such as college baseball stadiums and turf football fields, particularly in the context of interior and support spaces) is preferred

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $72000.00 - $83000.00/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 Type

This is a hybrid position in Darien, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 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 [e-mail] 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.