This role provides CAD drafting and design support for complex composite layouts and modules within large commercial and industrial facilities. The Layout Designer manages design projects through a full lifecycle, from early site research and initial concepts to pre-construction handoff, ensuring accurate documentation, coordinated drawings, and alignment with multiple stakeholders. The position requires close collaboration with project managers, engineering and architectural teams, and change management to deliver high-quality floor plans, modules, and construction documentation.
Responsibilities
Provide CAD drafting support for composite designs and revisions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to design standards
Hold design review calls with stakeholders and accurately capture, document, and distribute meeting minutes and action items
Execute drafting work for module creation, including interpreting requirements and translating them into clear, detailed drawings
Review SIM tickets, understand design requirements, and provide constructive feedback to Change Management when information is incomplete or unclear
Create and modify module drawings based on redlines and stakeholder feedback, maintaining consistency across related drawings and documents
Attend regular team meetings to align on project priorities, resolve design issues, and coordinate with cross-functional partners
Manage expectations of project management stakeholders by providing clear communication on scope, timelines, risks, and design decisions
Project manage design work through a 14-month lifecycle, from initial concept through preconstruction handoff, tracking progress and milestones
Obtain and document all project specifics from site selection and transaction management to ensure design solutions reflect site conditions and business needs
Research and compile all available site information, including surveys, existing drawings, and relevant documentation to inform design decisions
Coordinate all engineering and architectural specifications for each building type, including internal composite coordination and site-specific requirements
Incorporate site-specific information such as site surveys, existing drawings, and site visits into layout and module designs
Coordinate with teams responsible for transportation and traffic control to ensure layouts support operational flows and safety requirements
Integrate internal BRS requirements and line-of-business standards into floor plans, modules, and composite layouts
Coordinate initial architectural design packages and permit submittals as required, ensuring drawings and documentation meet jurisdictional requirements
Develop and prepare supporting documents for lease execution, including site plans, work letters, schedules, and phasing plans
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Develop initial construction schedules and sequences for phased construction when needed, aligned with design and operational constraints
Create construction estimates for capital requests and other planning efforts, using layout and design information to inform cost assumptions
Manage due diligence activities, including utilities and other coordination efforts, prior to construction handoff
Provide complete and accurate documentation for construction handoff, including contacts, drawings, permit status, lease language and exhibits, and capital request breakdowns
Document any landlord contributions or reimbursements and other preconstruction work products as part of the handoff package
Maintain an organized repository for all preconstruction work products by site, ensuring information is accessible and up to date
Collaborate with multiple stakeholders across disciplines to align on facility layout, floor plans, and module designs for large commercial and industrial projects
Support continuous improvement of layout and composite design standards by incorporating lessons learned and stakeholder feedback
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Interior Designing and Planning, Architecture, Engineering and Technical Drawing, or Engineering
2+ years of experience in Revit architectural design for facility layout
Experience designing buildings above 250,000 sqft
Experience with Revit for design and coordination with multiple stakeholders
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite for documentation, scheduling, and reporting
Experience in facility layout, industrial layout, and floor plan development
Experience with layout design for modules, floor composites, and facilities planning
Ability to develop supporting documents for lease execution, including site plans, work letters, and phasing plans
Experience preparing construction estimates and initial construction schedules for capital planning
Familiarity with coordinating transportation and traffic control considerations within site and facility layouts
Understanding of internal standards and requirements (such as BRS and line-of-business standards) and how they influence layout design
Strong attention to detail and ability to work on multiple projects at once while meeting deadlines
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision insurance
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with 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)
Important Details
Schedule: hybrid role, working in the Bellevue office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, plus one additional day)
Contract: permanent
Application deadline: November 4, 2026
About the Company
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. They 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. They are an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for their engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
