Designer

Contract To Hire Architect

Work with the team to develop architectural concepts for interior and exterior repositioning and adaptive projects.

Create and draft technical drawings, ensuring they align with design solutions.

Oversee design and drawing for smaller projects.

Review engineering and landscape drawings for compliance with design solutions.

Research and select fixtures and finishes with the Senior Designer, ensuring seamless integration into the overall design.

Develop and finalize conceptual designs for smaller projects.

Oversee Intermediate Designer in reviewing space plans and addressing complex issues.

Provide detailed design solutions for both interior and architectural projects.

Develop and deliver comprehensive design and furniture packages for interior and exterior spaces.

Assist in the development of packages for larger projects.

Obtain and produce final cost estimates.

Manage design budgets for assigned projects.

Graduate of architecture or design school, or equivalent experience.

6+ years of experience in workplace design, focusing on building repositioning, adaptive re-use projects, and corporate interiors.

Extensive knowledge of design principles, workplace trends, aesthetics, and furniture layout concepts.

Advanced sketching, rendering, and architectural detailing skills.

Comprehensive knowledge of CDs, building systems, codes, ADA requirements, and path of travel requirements.

Intermediate MS Office Suite skills.

Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite.

Proficiency in Revit and construction document creation.

Experience in interior design, corporate interiors, and architecture.

Expertise in design development, sectioning, elevation detailing, and workplace interiors.

Strong drafting, project management, and space planning skills.

Advanced skills in Enscape, FF&E, and furniture selection.

Proficiency in concept design, cost estimation, and contract administration.

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

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $80000.00/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)

This is a hybrid position in Chicago, IL.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 2025.

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