Senior Studio Interior Designer (licensed)/Senior Studio Designer (non-licensed)
Role:
Develop design solutions and provide project coordination for all project phases, from concept through construction. You will be part of a team that creates impactful and memorable experiences in the hospitality, restaurant, mixed use, healthcare, and residential markets.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze client needs, goals, and safety requirements, applying interior design knowledge and code compliance
- Coordinate with leadership and project teams through all phases, from planning and design to installation and project closeout
- Collaborate with clients, consultants, contractors, and vendors to achieve project goals
- Solve complex design challenges with practical, creative solutions
- Create presentations, construction documents, and specifications for interior layouts, finishes, and furnishings
- Maintain organized client records, including correspondence, notes, and project documentation
- Assist with bid preparation and contract administration when needed
- Review design solutions during implementation and after project completion
- Track and record time accurately by project and task
- Participate in site visits, client meetings, and coordination meetings
- Supervise and mentor junior staff to support their development and performance
- Build strong client relationships and communicate project updates regularly
- Demonstrate initiative and curiosity while working collaboratively with the team
- Pursue ongoing professional development through training, seminars, and industry involvement
Requirements:
- Strong knowledge of design principles, materials, color, and industry standards, with expertise in specialty areas
- Experience developing and managing FF&E specifications
- Skilled in coordinating construction drawing sets, with knowledge of detailing, materials, methods, and codes
- Experience managing FF&E deliverables, vendors, and fabrication processes
- Proven ability to lead design concepts from start to finish, meeting schedule, budget, and design intent
- Strong graphic and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and communicate clearly
- Collaborative, self-motivated, adaptable, and customer-focused
Required Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field (accredited program)
- 6–8 years of commercial design experience, preferably in a specialized area
- NCIDQ or CID certification required for Interior Designer title, in good standing
- Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, DesignSpec (or Similar Spec writing software), Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite
Job Type: Full-time
Equal Opportunities
LK Architecture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, disability, age, or any other category protected by law.
*Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Interior Design: 6 years (Required)
Work Location: In person