Senior Interior Designer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead interior design efforts for assigned projects or standard scopes from concept through documentation and implementation.
• Conceptualize and present sophisticated interior design solutions that align with the client’s vision, lifestyle, and Blue Heron’s architectural and brand standards.
• Establish and carry a cohesive design narrative across all interior spaces.
• Curate, specify, and coordinate luxury materials, finishes, FF&E, textiles, and bespoke detailing.
• Review, redline, and provide direction on drawings and specifications produced by Interior Designers and design support team members.
• Ensure seamless integration of architectural elements with interior design intent.
• Lead or co-lead client presentations, clearly articulating design rationale, options, and recommendations.
• Manage client feedback and design iterations while maintaining alignment with budget, schedule, and design intent.
• Partner with Project Interior Designers to drive key milestones, decisions, and client sign-offs.
• Proactively address challenges with strategic solutions and maintain clear, consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate closely with architecture, engineering, purchasing, estimating, construction, artisans, and vendors to ensure design fidelity and constructability.
• Shepherd the interiors scope through documentation, procurement coordination, and field support.
• Significant construction administration experience on complex interior projects, with proven ability to manage submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, site visits, and punch lists through successful project completion.
• Anticipate and resolve design-related issues proactively in collaboration with project managers and superintendents.
• Design effectively to budget, support margin awareness, meet project milestones, and improve workflow efficiency.
• Track and manage interior-related billable hours in alignment with project expectations.
• Mentor and coach Interior Designers & support staff, providing guidance, feedback, and support for professional growth.
• Support the development of interior design standards, libraries, and processes.
• Contribute positively to the culture through teamwork, accountability, and design leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in interior design or a related field preferred.
• 7–9 years of interior design experience in luxury residential or luxury hospitality projects required.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating concept-to-completion design work in luxury environments.
• Extensive knowledge of materials, detailing, FF&E, and custom fabrication.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex design scopes, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build trust and guide decision-making.
• Highly collaborative mindset with strong cross-functional communication skills.
• Skilled in industry standard tools including Microsoft Office Suite, SketchUp, and Bluebeam.