Interior Designer

About the role

This Interior Designer role offers the opportunity to lead complex commercial interior projects from concept through construction while collaborating closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams. You will design functional, visually compelling, and code-compliant environments across a variety of sectors, including offices, airports, hospitals, sports venues, schools, laboratories, and other commercial facilities. The position combines hands-on design, project leadership, client interaction, and technical documentation, with a strong emphasis on Revit-based production and high-quality design delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage interior design projects through all phases, including programming, planning, design, documentation, specifications, budgeting, scheduling, construction administration, and project closeout, while maintaining project schedules and financial performance.
• Develop innovative, functional, aesthetically appealing, and code-compliant interior design solutions that align with client goals, project requirements, and budget constraints.
• Conduct programming and space planning activities, including layout development, furniture and equipment utilization, lighting design, color coordination, and workplace strategy initiatives.
• Select and specify interior architectural finishes, furniture, lighting, flooring, wall coverings, artwork, and related materials, and develop coordinated color and material palettes.
• Produce conceptual designs, renderings, and 2D/3D presentation drawings to clearly communicate design intent and project vision.
• Prepare, coordinate, review, and maintain project documentation throughout schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration phases, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, ADA requirements, quality standards, and design intent.
• Prepare and deliver client presentations and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication, regular project updates, and timely resolution of project issues.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, vendors, subcontractors, and approval agencies to ensure seamless integration of project requirements and successful project execution.
• Manage construction administration activities, including responding to RFIs, reviewing change orders, evaluating shop drawings and submittals, conducting site visits, and supporting project implementation in the field.
• Estimate material quantities and project costs, and assist in vendor selection, bid solicitation, procurement, fabrication, installation, and furnishing coordination.
• Produce project-related documentation such as contracts, agreements, meeting minutes, transmittals, reports, and correspondence using established company standards.
• Utilize company project management systems and standards to develop work plans, manage budgets, track schedules, coordinate consultants, administer contracts, and monitor project performance.
• Ensure all project documentation, contracts, and deliverables comply with company quality standards, technical requirements, and established design processes.
• Integrate sustainable design principles and environmentally responsible solutions into projects while promoting sustainable workplace practices.
• Foster exceptional internal and external client service and contribute specialized interior design expertise to project teams.

Requirements

• 7–15+ years of professional experience in interior design, with a focus on commercial projects such as offices, airports, hospitals, sports venues, schools, laboratories, and other commercial ventures.
• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture, with experience working in an interior designer capacity.
• Proficiency in Revit for design development and production documentation.
• Strong experience in interior design and space planning for corporate interiors and workplace environments.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and produce construction documents and design documentation.
• Experience with conceptual design, design development, and rendering to support presentations and client communication.
• Ability to ensure designs are code-compliant and meet ADA and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• NCIDQ certification or significant experience with a clear path and commitment toward becoming a certified interior design professional.
• Strong coordination skills for working with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and overall project performance using established project management systems.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for engaging clients and project stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high quality standards in all project deliverables.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for interior design and documentation.
• Experience with SketchUp or similar tools for 3D modeling and visualization.
• Experience in workplace strategy and corporate interiors, including furniture and equipment planning.
• Experience producing high-quality renderings and presentation materials to support design concepts.
• Familiarity with sustainable design principles and environmentally responsible design strategies.
• Ability to coordinate finishes, furniture, lighting, and artwork into cohesive interior schemes.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, documentation, and project communication simultaneously.
• Experience in construction administration, including RFIs, change orders, shop drawing review, and site observations.
• Comfort working within established company standards, processes, and project management tools.
• Motivation to grow professionally and contribute to a collaborative, design-focused team environment.

Work Environment

This is a direct-hire, hybrid position based in Philadelphia, PA. The role is based in a modern office located in a vibrant city-center setting with attractive views and contemporary workspace design. The studio houses approximately 45–50 professionals and operates near full capacity, providing a dynamic, collaborative environment with exposure to a wide range of commercial interior projects. The team leverages Revit as a primary production tool, along with other design and visualization software, and follows structured project management and documentation standards. The role offers flexibility with the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays, supporting a balanced approach to in-office collaboration and remote work. The dress code is business casual to business professional, reflecting a polished yet approachable studio culture focused on high-quality design and client service.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $80,000 – $110,000 per year. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.