Senior Interior Designer

Job summary

Lead interior design projects from concept through construction administration, including developing concepts, space plans, FF&E selections, and client presentations. Manage project delivery, client and consultant coordination, documentation, budgets, schedules, and risks while mentoring and developing junior team members.

Job details

Senior Interior Designer We are seeking an experienced Senior Interior Designer to join a collaborative design team working on sophisticated, large-scale interior design projects. The successful candidate will combine strong creative and technical skills with the ability to lead projects, manage client relationships, and mentor junior team members. Key Responsibilities Lead interior design projects from concept through construction administration. Develop creative concepts, space plans, FF&E selections, and client presentations. Present design concepts and recommendations directly to clients. Manage multiple complex projects, timelines, budgets, and priorities. Lead and mentor Junior and Intermediate Designers and Technologists. Review design and technical documentation, including plans, elevations, and details. Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes and construction standards. Work closely with Technologists, consultants, contractors, and clients throughout project delivery. Support tendering, construction documentation, site reviews, addenda, deficiencies, and contract administration. Monitor project scope, hours, schedules, and deliverables. Identify project risks, scope changes, and design issues and communicate them to leadership. Provide ongoing feedback, coaching, and professional development to team members. Qualifications 8–10+ years of professional Interior Design experience. Strong background in hospitality and/or multi-unit residential; retail experience is an asset. Experience with mid- to large-scale, complex projects. Proven experience managing and mentoring design teams. Strong understanding of interior design, construction, and building codes. Excellent client communication and presentation skills. Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Degree or diploma in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or related discipline. Technical Skills AutoCAD Revit Microsoft Office Adobe Creative Suite SketchUp and/or Bluebeam – assets Additional Assets: NCIDQ, BCIN, LEED accreditation, and professional association membership. Compensation $80,000–$100,000 base salary + benefits, depending on experience. This posting reflects an active vacancy. We use applicant tracking software and technology-assisted tools to support the screening and management of applications; all hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to application volume, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Lead interior design projects from concept through construction administration, including developing concepts, space plans, FF&E selections, and client presentations. Manage project delivery, client and consultant coordination, documentation, budgets, schedules, and risks while mentoring and developing junior team members.

Requirements

Requires 8–10+ years of professional interior design experience, a degree or diploma in interior design, interior architecture, or a related discipline, and experience with complex projects, preferably in hospitality or multi-unit residential. Candidates should have strong design and construction knowledge, building code understanding, client presentation skills, leadership abilities, and proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Benefits

• Benefits

Listed skills

• Interior Design · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred
• AutoCAD · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Interior Design
• Project Leadership
• Client Relationship Management
• Design Concept Development
• Space Planning
• FF&E Selection
• Client Presentations
• Project Management
• Team Mentoring
• Technical Documentation Review
• Building Code Compliance
• Construction Administration
• Budget and Schedule Management
• AutoCAD
• Revit
• Adobe Creative Suite

Job areas

• Art & Design
• Management & Leadership
• Construction
• Hospitality
• Retail

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