What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Coordinator position at Actalent?
An interior design firm in Chicago is seeking a Project Coordinator/Designer to join their studio!
Job Description
We are seeking a Project Coordinator to oversee the execution of interior design projects from start to finish. The role involves managing project budgets, procuring furniture and accessories, and coordinating with design teams to ensure project success.
Responsibilities
- Inventory all furniture plans and RCPs to create a budget
- Create and maintain project budgets
- Quote projects with vendors and negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts
- Review all quotes for accuracy and purchase approved FF&E
- Purchase project accessories as selected by the design team
- Coordinate styling on-site post-FF&E installation with the design team
- Input FF&E specifications into SpecSource and work on any respecs
- Travel and stage all purchased accessories and furniture for project installations
- Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers
- Monitor supplier performance and address any issues
- Liaise with the internal design team to understand procurement needs
- Maintain accurate records of purchasing activities and supplier information
- Assist with general office tasks and maintain organized project files and folders
- Manage daily office calendar and assist with meeting preparation
- Order, stock, and track office supplies
Essential Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or a related field
- 2-3 years of professional experience working within an interiors firm
- 1 year of procurement experience
- Proficiency in SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite
- Experience in project coordination, procurement management, and project management
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $31.25 - $32.45/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 DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2026.
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 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.
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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.
Salary : $31 - $32