Chicago, IL, 60684, USA
4 days ago
Technical Interior/Architectural Designer
Job Title: Technical Interior/Architectural Designer Note: Graphic design and UX/UI design experience is NOT applicable and will not be considered. Job Description: + Assists with various tasks during earlier phases on project as needed + Acts as primary contact for all outside parties once the construction phase begins + Coordinates with GC, Architect of Record, and/or Consultants (OAC calls, RFIs, etc.) + Reviews design documentation during construction/documentation process to ensure alignment with design intent, construction standards, and any coordination requirements between internal teams and outside consultants (Architects, MEP, etc.) + Able to defend design intent through familiarizing oneself with documented design drawings, design intent, 3D renderings, interior schedules, and physical finish samples as completed by the design team + Reviews and coordinates with outside consultants' drawings (e.g., architect, drafting, millwork, and custom furniture) + Will be aware of contractual scope (full scope vs. limited) and clarifies with the director the level of involvement expected for the project at the start + Completes initial review of submittals and RFIs while referencing available project documents + Responsible for issuing any ISKs, drawing issuances, etc. throughout the construction process, addressing coordination needs, in-field conditions, and requested information + Completes site visits throughout the construction phase, documenting with photos in an organized manner + Compiles interior project punch lists and coordinates with the architect and other trades in collaboration with GC + Assists with the delegation of tasks and coordinates with the team as needed to ensure project needs are met and align with the construction schedule and inform designers of open items or changes that may require alternate specifications + Ability to mentor technical team members with occasional site visits, sharing of in-field experience and construction knowledge, past project experience + Ability to maintain/organize pertinent data utilizing active project tracker in collaboration with the project team Qualifications: + Must have Bachelors Degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, or Interior Design + Degree must be accredited in the United States + Technical documentation experience at an architecture or interior design firm + Graphic design and UX/UI design experience is NOT applicable + 5-7 years of post-graduate experience within US Standard + Post-graduate experiend does NOT include internship experience + Construction administration experience + Must have experience as a client.stakeholder liaison and ability communicate with GC and client on updates and able to speak on design intent + Must have hospitality experience + Hotels are good, but must have done amenity spaces + room, custom restaurants, not roll-out restaurant work) + High-end, custom hospitality experience- i.e. not prototypical projects + Must be fully proficient in AutoCAD and SketchUp (won't be rendering, but must be able to use as a reference) + Bluebeam experience is a plus + Must be immediately local 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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