Interior Designer

Actalent; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Gym membership

Dining options in lobby

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced Interior Designer in Chicago to coordinate workplace and corporate interiors through all design phases, from schematic design to construction documents. Proficiency in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite is required, with FF&E coordination and client presentation support a plus.

The role emphasizes collaboration with internal teams, strict adherence to budgets and schedules, and a hybrid work arrangement with a Chicago office base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Design from an accredited school.
• 5+ years of experience in workplace or corporate interiors projects.
• Accreditation in LEED, NCARB, NCIDQ, and/or WELL is a plus.
• Experience with Enscape and Miro is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently execute and review design and technical documentation through Design Development and Construction Documents phases.
• Produce renderings and visual presentations to communicate design concepts and support client meetings.
• Coordinate FF&E selections, specifications, vendor communications, and design intent throughout project execution.
• Prepare and support client presentations, project meetings, and presentation decks.
• Collaborate with internal project teams to align on scope, budgets, schedules, and project deliverables.
• Track project hours, workload, and phase progression to ensure deadlines and project milestones are met.
• Coordinate with consultants, vendors, and project stakeholders to maintain project accuracy and progress.
• Review project deliverables for quality, consistency, and adherence to client and project standards.
• Communicate effectively with clients, team members, and consultants while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Work independently with minimal oversight while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Revit

Adobe Suite

Interiors

FF&E coordination

Client presentations

Communication

Project scheduling

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Design

LEED/NCARB/NCIDQ/WELL accreditation (plus)

Tools

Enscape

Miro

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Designer to coordinate workplace and corporate interiors projects through all phases of design and documentation. The ideal candidate will be proficient in creating and maintaining project drawings, models, renderings, and presentation materials using Revit and Adobe Creative Suite.

Job Title: Interior Designer

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Designer to coordinate workplace and corporate interiors projects through all phases of design and documentation. The ideal candidate will be proficient in creating and maintaining project drawings, models, renderings, and presentation materials using Revit and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Independently execute and review design and technical documentation through Design Development and Construction Documents phases.
• Produce renderings and visual presentations to communicate design concepts and support client meetings.
• Coordinate FF&E selections, specifications, vendor communications, and design intent throughout project execution.
• Prepare and support client presentations, project meetings, and presentation decks.
• Collaborate with internal project teams to align on scope, budgets, schedules, and project deliverables.
• Track project hours, workload, and phase progression to ensure deadlines and project milestones are met.
• Coordinate with consultants, vendors, and project stakeholders to maintain project accuracy and progress.
• Review project deliverables for quality, consistency, and adherence to client and project standards.
• Communicate effectively with clients, team members, and consultants while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Work independently with minimal oversight while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Revit and Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign).
• Experience with workplace and corporate interiors projects.
• Knowledge across all phases of a project including schematic design and construction documents.
• FF&E experience, including reviewing specifications, vendor coordination, and design intent.
• Ability to manage project hours and phase tracking to meet project schedules and deadlines.
• Experience supporting client presentations and meetings with presentation materials and decks.
• Experience coordinating with internal teams regarding project scope, budgets, and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and self-motivation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Design from an accredited school.
• 5+ years of experience in workplace or corporate interiors projects.
• Accreditation in LEED, NCARB, NCIDQ, and/or WELL is a plus.
• Experience with Enscape and Miro is a plus.

Work Environment

The position is based in our Chicago office, which has an open, colorful layout with plants, lounge areas, and natural light. The office features a central material library with sunlight and meeting rooms on the perimeter. Employees enjoy a flexible hybrid work schedule, with 3 days per week in the office and core hours from 10 AM to 3 PM. The office is close to a train station, and there is a gym membership available for purchase along with dining options in the lobby. Most employees prefer to start early and leave early, and overtime hours are not anticipated.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $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 Chicago,IL.
• Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.