• Design Manager

    Actalent (Chicago, IL)


    A corporate real estate team within a large corporation is looking for a Design Manager!

    Job Description:

    + Implementation of design guidelines that support brand identity

    + Selecting (FF&E), finishes, and other design elements

    + Partner with external teams to ensure design solutions meet both aesthetic and functional requirements

    + Work with real estate and project management teams to develop conceptual design packages for presentation to leadership and stakeholders

    + Ensure designs are aligned with budgetary constraints and strategic objectives

    + Develop long-term design strategies for both customer-facing and employee-focused environments

    + Support initiatives that enhance workplace culture, productivity, and brand representation

    Qualifications:

    + Bachelor's Degree

    + 8+ years of relevant experience

    + NCIDQ certified

    + Knowledge of applicable design codes including ADA

    + Software skills: Excel, Bluebeam, Revit, InDesign

    + Presentation Skills, collaborative approach, problem solving, strong communication

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/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 Chicago,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 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.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.