JUNIOR DESIGNER — WILLIAM ADAMS DESIGN

About the role

William Adams Design is a boutique interior architectural design studio specializing in high-end residential remodels throughout California including kitchens, bathrooms, whole home design, and interior design. With over 22 years of experience and 500+ completed projects, WAD is a nimble, design-forward practice with deep vendor relationships, discerning clients, and a reputation built on craft and process — not volume.

We're growing and looking for a junior designer who is ready to take on real responsibility in a fast-paced boutique environment. You'll work closely with the principal on active kitchen and bathroom projects — from initial concept through construction documentation — and play a direct role in how projects come to life.

Gain direct exposure to the professional residential design industry through William Adams' active involvement with the NKBA Northern California Chapter (National Kitchen & Bath Association) including opportunities to build connections with respected industry professionals, vendors, and trade partners.

Responsibilities

• Produce construction documents and detailed drawings in AutoCAD
• Assist in the selection and specification of finishes, fixtures, and materials
• Manage project data, procurement tracking, and vendor coordination in Studio Designer
• Support client presentations and project communication
• Coordinate with contractors and trades on active projects
• Maintain project files and team communication via Google Workspace

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in interior design, interior architecture, or a closely related field
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD required
• Experience with Studio Designer strongly preferred
• Fluent in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail)
• Residential project experience strongly preferred
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
• Professional, polished communication skills — you'll interface with clients and vendors
• Collaborative, low-ego, and comfortable in a small-team setting
• Portfolio demonstrating both technical capability and design sensibility
• A working knowledge of AI tools and curiosity around how AI can improve design workflows, client communication, project management, and operational efficiency
• Comfortable adapting to new systems, processes, and technologies in a fast-paced boutique studio environment with a proactive mindset

Skills

• Interior Design
• Project Management
• Drafting

Schedule

Full-time