Architectural Design Coordinator Actalent in Chicago, IL

Title:

Architectural Design Coordinator - Full Time

Location:

Chicago, Illinois, USA

category Architecture, Environmental, & Civil

24 USD - 31 USD/hour

Location:

West Loop, Chicago, IL

Schedule:

Hybrid | 3 Days In-Office, 2 Days Remote | Half-Day Fridays

Are you an aspiring architect or design professional who loves space planning, problem-solving, and seeing your work come to life in real-world environments? We're looking for an Architectural Design Coordinator to join a team supporting large-scale restaurant modernization projects across North America.

This is an incredible opportunity to work on the owner/client side of the business, collaborating with project managers, architects, and design partners to improve customer experiences, optimize restaurant layouts, and bring innovative design concepts to thousands of locations nationwide.

Whether your space planning experience comes from internships, studio projects, academic coursework, or professional experience, this role offers hands‑on exposure to commercial architecture, brand implementation, and large‑scale design coordination in a fast‑paced environment.

• Review and coordinate architectural design packages for restaurant remodel and modernization projects
• Apply space planning principles to improve customer flow, employee efficiency, and overall functionality within restaurant environments
• Utilize Bluebeam to review, mark up, redline, and track revisions on architectural drawings and technical documents
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and external consultants to ensure designs align with company standards and project goals
• Review floor plans, elevations, details, and layouts to support design consistency across multiple locations
• Assist with signage, branding, and front‑of‑house design implementation
• Coordinate updates to existing restaurant facilities and prototype designs
• Support ADA compliance and accessibility considerations within design layouts
• Participate in design reviews and help identify creative solutions to site‑specific challenges
• Help drive high‑profile projects from concept review through implementation

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Architectural Technology, Interior Design, or a related field
• Experience using Bluebeam for drawing review, redlines, markups, and document coordination
• Exposure to space planning through academic coursework, internships, studio projects, or professional experience
• Strong understanding of architectural drawings, floor plans, and design documentation
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across multiple teams
• Detail‑oriented mindset with strong organizational skills
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn in a fast‑paced environment

• Work on large‑scale projects impacting restaurant locations across North America
• Gain exposure to commercial architecture, space planning, branding, and facility design
• Collaborative, supportive team environment with structured training and mentorship
• Hybrid work schedule with flexibility once onboarding is complete
• Half‑day Fridays
• Modern West Loop office location
• Opportunities for growth and long‑term career development
• Work alongside experienced architectural and design professionals while building a highly marketable skill set

This role is perfect for a graduate or early‑career design professional who enjoys architecture, space planning, and problem‑solving. If you're excited about seeing your design recommendations influence real‑world environments and want to grow your career beyond traditional architectural production work,…