Job Description:
Senior Studio Interior Designer (licensed)/Senior Studio Designer (non-licensed)
Role:
Develop design solutions and provide project coordination for all project phases, from concept through construction. You will be part of a team that creates impactful and memorable experiences in the hospitality, restaurant, mixed use, healthcare, and residential markets.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze client needs, goals, and safety requirements, applying interior design knowledge and code compliance.
- Coordinate with leadership and project teams through all phases, from planning and design to installation and project closeout.
- Collaborate with clients, consultants, contractors, and vendors to achieve project goals.
- Solve complex design challenges with practical, creative solutions.
- Create presentations, construction documents, and specifications for interior layouts, finishes, and furnishings.
- Maintain organized client records, including correspondence, notes, and project documentation.
- Assist with bid preparation and contract administration when needed.
- Review design solutions during implementation and after project completion.
- Track and record time accurately by project and task.
- Participate in site visits, client meetings, and coordination meetings.
- Supervise and mentor junior staff to support their development and performance.
- Build strong client relationships and communicate project updates regularly.
- Demonstrate initiative and curiosity while working collaboratively with the team.
- Pursue ongoing professional development through training, seminars, and industry involvement.
Requirements:
- Strong knowledge of design principles, materials, color, and industry standards, with expertise in specialty areas.
- Experience developing and managing FF&E specifications.
- Skilled in coordinating construction drawing sets, with knowledge of detailing, materials, methods, and codes.
- Experience managing FF&E deliverables, vendors, and fabrication processes.
- Proven ability to lead design concepts from start to finish, meeting schedule, budget, and design intent.
- Strong graphic and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and communicate clearly.
- Collaborative, self-motivated, adaptable, and customer-focused.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field (accredited program).
- 6–8 years of commercial design experience, preferably in a specialized area.
- NCIDQ or CID certification required for Interior Designer title, in good standing.
- Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, DesignSpec (or Similar Spec writing software), Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite.
Equal Opportunities:
LK Architecture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, disability, age, or any other category protected by law.
*Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Education:
Experience:
- Interior Design: 6 years (Required).