• Architect

    Actalent (Des Plaines, IL)


    A full-service architecture and interior design firm in the suburbs of Chicago is looking to add a Project Manager to their team!

    Job Responsibilities:

    + Responsible for managing multiple concurrent projects

    + Mentor, train, and manage daily activities for project team members

    + Manage the preparation and quality control of construction drawings for bid, permit, and client review as well as coordinating revisions

    + Manage and prepare submittal packages to permitting agencies

    + Manage outside project consultants: civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, client vendors

    + Assist in management of client billing and monitor profitability

    + Manage construction administration, client updates, and coordination with project teams

    + Manage or attend site surveys and prepare survey reports

    + Schedule staff for project team needs

    + Schedule project deadlines and communicate with the client

    + Prepare/review response letters to address comments from outside drawing review

    + Attend municipal planning and zoning meetings

    + Attend post-construction compliance site visits/punch lists

    + Perform/review code analysis documents and ADA compliance

    Qualifications:

    + Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Architecture

    + 4+ years of experience in documentation, project management, and people management support

    + Proficiency in producing a full set of construction documents in Revit

    + Experience managing commercial architecture projects independently, preferably within the retail or restaurant space

    + Prior experience in leading construction administration

    + Ability to maintain and achieve quick project turn around times

    + Licensure or pursuing Licensure is a plus

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $32.69 - $37.50/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 Des Plaines,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 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.