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Actalent Designer in Chicago, Illinois

Description:

  • The Designer, while working under general supervision of Project Manager and/or clients provides design support primarily in project administration, concept design, design development and contract documents

  • Works with team to develop design ideas, create presentations and construction documents

  • Will be drafting technical drawings and review Junior Designer's space plans and potential complications to provide support

  • Reviews construction documents to ensure compliance with firm standards, building systems, codes and ADA requirements

  • Works with Senior Designer to research and select fixtures and finishes for projects

  • Produces preliminary concept designs for larger projects, but may develop and finalize conceptual designs for smaller projects

  • Helps mentor and develop junior level team members on projects

  • Develops/manages design budget and project cost estimates and communicates with Lead Design/PM of potential variances

  • Reviews engineering and landscape drawings to ensure they comply with design solutions

  • Will conduct client interviews to determine space needs and requirements for projects

  • May go on site visits/surveying when needed

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Architecture, Interior Design or equivalent is required

  • Must be US accredited

  • 7 to 10 years of professional experience in corporate interior design projects is required

  • This does not include internship experience

  • Working knowledge of contract documents and procedures, building systems, codes and ADA requirements

  • Proficiency in Revit is required; Enscape is preferred

  • Previous FF&E, spec, contract administration and space planning experience is required

  • Must be local- in office/hybrid role

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent

  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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