Designer

Responsibilities

• Maintain FF&E plans and elevations based on selections.

• Manage presentation materials using Photoshop for client presentations and internal meetings.

• Organize and annotate presentations with senior advisement.

• Assist in sourcing, documenting, and managing materials.

• Coordinate and expedite FF&E orders and specifications.

• Conduct product research and source materials for commercial and residential projects.

• Design custom FF&E, select materials, and document specifications.

• Participate in all main phases of design and complete/punch projects.

• Assist with client presentations, lead meetings, and communicate design directions effectively.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience in a firm.

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Interior Design.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• A great attitude with the patience to teach and empower others.

• Experience with high-end/luxury residential projects, specifically single family residential.

• Experience managing projects from start to finish.

Work Environment

The work environment includes a brand-new office in Hoffman Estates, housing a dedicated team of 15 professionals. The role requires working in the office five days a week, with flexibility for personal needs. The team has grown from 2 to 15 members over six years and is licensed in 25 states, allowing practice in all 55 US jurisdictions. Our diverse projects include amenities, commercial spaces, industrial, medical, residential, and restaurants.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/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 Hoffman Estates,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 4, 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.

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