Interior Designer

About the role

Chamberlain Advisors is seeking an experienced and creative Interior Designer II for a client, a nationally recognized design‑build organization specializing in commercial construction and renovation projects. This is a direct‑hire, full‑time position. The role involves developing innovative interior design concepts, space plans, finish selections, custom millwork, and detailed construction documentation while collaborating with senior designers, architects, project managers, and construction professionals from concept through design documentation and construction administration. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in commercial interior design, excellent technical drafting and visualization skills, and the ability to balance creative design solutions with practical construction requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior designers and project teams to develop creative, functional interior environments that align with client branding, business objectives, and customer experience strategies.
• Develop interior space plans, elevations, reflected ceiling plans, 3D models, and design presentations to communicate proposed concepts and spatial arrangements.
• Prepare and coordinate detailed interior design documentation, including finish plans, lighting recommendations, custom millwork, casework, furniture layouts, and material specifications.
• Integrate branding, merchandising, technology, furniture, and environmental design elements to create cohesive and engaging commercial spaces.
• Research and select interior finishes, furniture, fixtures, and materials; prepare finish palettes, presentation boards, and specifications.
• Partner with architects, construction project managers, consultants, vendors, and internal design professionals to ensure design intent is accurately reflected throughout project development.
• Conduct reviews of interior design drawings, specifications, budgets, and project documentation to identify discrepancies and maintain design accuracy.
• Assist with design presentations, participate in client meetings, and maintain effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review shop drawings and submittals, coordinate design clarifications, and support construction‑related activities as needed.
• Work with furniture, equipment, branding, merchandising, and audiovisual partners to coordinate design selections and installation requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 6+ years of professional interior design experience, preferably within commercial, retail, hospitality, financial institution, or other customer‑facing environments.
• Demonstrated experience developing interior design concepts, space plans, elevations, finish selections, and construction documentation.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and SketchUp, with experience creating technical drawings and three‑dimensional design visualizations.
• Experience designing custom millwork, casework, lighting layouts, and coordinating furniture and finish selections.
• Working knowledge of construction documentation, shop drawings, submittals, and coordination with architecture and construction teams.
• Ability to manage multiple design assignments, meet project deadlines, and maintain strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills, including the ability to present design concepts to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with designers, architects, project managers, contractors, and external vendors.
• A professional portfolio demonstrating completed interior design projects is required during the interview process.

Skills

• Preferred experience designing retail banking environments, credit unions, branded commercial spaces, or customer‑focused retail interiors.
• Working knowledge of Revit.
• Experience supporting projects throughout the full design lifecycle, from conceptual development through construction administration.
• Familiarity with branded environments, consumer behavior, environmental graphics, merchandising, and experiential design.
• Experience coordinating multiple disciplines within an integrated architecture, design, and construction organization.
• Strong understanding of commercial finish materials, millwork detailing, lighting, and furniture specifications.

Benefits

• Parking
• Access to Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plan of Choice
• 401K

Pay

Competitive salary ($80,000–$100,000)