Certified Project Interior Designer

Cuningham

Certified Project Interior Designer leading interior design projects from concept through construction administration at Cuningham. Coordinating architecture, consultants, documentation, client communication, and multidisciplinary teams in Denver.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $90,000 - $128,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading interior design projects through all phases, ensuring compliance with building codes and effective client communication. Proficient in design documentation, construction administration, and mentoring junior team members while balancing design vision with technical precision.

Highest-signal resume keywords

NCIDQ Certification7+ Years Interior Design ExperienceRevit/BIM 360 ProficiencyConstruction Document CoordinationStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Interior DesignDesign DocumentationConstruction AdministrationBuilding Code ComplianceRedline ReviewTechnical DocumentationDesign Concept DevelopmentMaterial SelectionLighting SelectionFurniture Selection

Soft Skills

Client CommunicationTeam LeadershipMentoringCollaborationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

RevitBIM 360BluebeamAdobe Creative SuiteMicrosoft OfficeRhinoEnscapeLumion

Certifications & Qualifications

NCIDQ Certification

Industry Keywords

Interior ArchitectureWorkplace DesignHospitality DesignThemed EntertainmentHealthcare DesignCivic ProjectsRetail DesignMixed-Use Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design process through all project phases, developing design solutions and documentation
Lead small to medium-scale project scopes and manage small, multi-level teams
Participate in forming high-performing teams alongside Project Managers
Lead design development, coordination, and production efforts across projects
Drive iterative, collaborative design processes aligned with project success metrics
Lead client communication and manage expectations
Develop and present interior design concepts and presentations
Manage finish, material, lighting, and furniture selections
Coordinate interiors with architecture and consultant disciplines
Produce and review drawing sets, including redlines
Ensure compliance with building codes and support permitting processes
Participate in construction administration, including site visits, observations, submittals, RFIs, and field verification
Identify project risks and escalate concerns
Support project pursuits, proposals, interviews, and presentation preparation
Mentor and support junior team members
Encourage regenerative design thinking across built, social, and natural environments

Requirements

What you’ll need

NCIDQ Certification (or equivalent interior design certification) required
7+ years of professional interior design experience leading projects through all phases
Multi-market experience in workplace, hospitality, themed entertainment and attraction, gaming, healthcare, education, civic, retail, mixed-use, or similar projects
Strong Interior Architecture background preferred
Experience across interior design and architectural documentation environments is a strong plus
Proven experience producing and coordinating construction documents, including redline review and technical documentation
Strong understanding of building codes and permitting processes related to interior projects
Excellent communication skills with experience presenting to clients and leading design discussions
Proficiency in Revit/BIM 360, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office
Familiarity with Rhino, Enscape, and Lumion is a plus
Ability to lead confidently while remaining collaborative
Ability to balance design vision with technical precision
Ability to coordinate interiors and architecture while maintaining design intent
Ability to communicate clearly and manage expectations
Ability to mentor others and maintain high production standards
Ability to stay organized in complex, multidisciplinary project environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Employee wellness program
Life and disability insurance
401k retirement savings plan
Paid holidays
Paid time off