Salary
💰 $75,000 - $132,000 per year
About the role
- Lead the interior design process for small to medium-scale hospitality projects across all phases.
- Develop strong design concepts, 3D models, and compelling presentations for client reviews.
- Present design ideas to clients and serve as the primary liaison between the client and project team.
- Manage specifications and selection of finishes, lighting, and furniture, including FF&E specifications and procurement coordination.
- Review shop drawings, submittals, and material samples to ensure compliance with design intent.
- Coordinate closely with consultants, contractors, and interdisciplinary teams for technical and design alignment.
- Apply regenerative and sustainable design approaches to enhance the built, social, and natural environments.
- Mentor junior team members by providing guidance, feedback, and thoughtful task assignments.
- Oversee preparation of accurate, code-compliant interior documentation that meets contract requirements.
- Participate in construction administration processes, including site visits and verifications.
- Support pursuits by preparing proposal content and participating in interviews.
- Contribute to interiors resource library development and maintenance.
Requirements
- Certified/registered/licensed Interior Designer strongly preferred; Project Interior Designer title applies if not licensed.
- 8+ years of professional interior design experience, preferably with a hospitality focus.
- Strong portfolio showcasing hospitality design work, 3D modeling, and presentation skills.
- Proven experience with shop drawings, submittals, FFE specifications, and design documentation.
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills with confidence in presenting to groups.
- Proficiency in Revit/BIM 360, MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and Bluebeam.
- Strong capability in 3D modeling and visualization during the design phase with Enscape and Lumion.
- Preferred experience with DesignSpec software for specification writing and review.
- Knowledge of building codes and permitting processes as applied to interior projects.
- Collaborative mindset, with the ability to lead teams and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.