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Senior Interior Designer
Location
Illinois
Posted
5 days ago
Salary
$43 - $52 / hour
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Interior Designer
Actalent
Senior Interior Designer Location: Chicago, Illinois Employment Type: Full-time (Contract-to-Hire) Work Arrangement: Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 day remote per week) Salary: $43.37 - $52.88 per hour Job Description: An award-winning architecture and design firm located in the West Loop is looking to add a Senior Interior Designer to their team! Job Description This Senior Interior Designer role focuses on managing interior design projects of varying sizes and complexity while providing strong team leadership. You will guide projects through all phases of design, ensure alignment with client goals and budgets, and cultivate lasting relationships with clients, contractors, and vendors. The role also includes active participation in business development and marketing efforts with new and existing clients, as well as mentoring junior designers and contributing to a collaborative, deadline-driven studio environment. Responsibilities - Lead the design of interior projects of varying sizes and levels of complexity from concept through completion - Participate in and oversee design control throughout all project phases, including schematic design, design development, and space planning - Manage project budgets and ensure that design solutions align with client financial parameters - Collaborate closely with clients to understand and achieve their design goals, delivering solutions that meet or exceed expectations - Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with clients, contractors, and vendors to support successful project delivery - Provide day-to-day leadership to the design team, setting clear expectations and ensuring high-quality design output - Mentor and train junior designers, including at least two junior team members, in both technical design tools and professional soft skills - Participate in business development activities, including supporting marketing efforts, pursuing new clients, and expanding work with existing clients - Use design software tools, including Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and other visualization tools, to develop and present design concepts Essential Skills - 8+ years of professional interior design experience - NCIDQ certification is preferred but not required - Proven interior design experience managing projects of varying sizes and complexity - Advanced proficiency in Revit - Proficiency in AutoCAD for interior design documentation and coordination - Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite for presentations, graphics, and visual communication - Experience with schematic design, design development, and space planning - Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets and align design solutions with financial constraints - Past project experience in one or more of the following markets: hospitality, workplace, multifamily, Senior living, or country clubs - Ability to lead and manage design teams in a deadline-driven environment Work Environment This role is based in a long-established, award-winning architecture and design firm located in the West Loop area of Chicago, with a history of over sixty years. The firm has evolved from a focus on corporate interiors to a diverse portfolio that includes mixed-use, retail and entertainment, institutional, corporate interiors, hospitality, amenity, and commercial projects. The firm emphasizes community involvement and regularly participates in initiatives such as Habitat for Humanity, reflecting a commitment to giving back. The position is salaried, with a hybrid schedule of four days in the office and one remote day each week. The environment values professionalism, collaboration, and enthusiasm for design, offering immediate leadership opportunities for those who are eager to contribute and grow. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $43.37 - $52.88/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 Chicago,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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com 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.
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