Senior Interior Architectural Designer - Residential
Walczak Design + Build is a growing residential design-build firm seeking a Senior Interior Architectural Designer to join our in-house design team in Ipswich, MA. This is not a concept-only or “pretty pictures” role. We’re looking for a technically fluent interior designer who enjoys drafting, space planning, and cabinetry design — and who is energized by seeing their work move from drawings to real, finished spaces. You’ll collaborate closely with our project development and construction teams, contribute to build-ready documentation, and support client presentations and decision-making throughout the design process. The right candidate is detail-oriented, confident in AutoCAD, comfortable engaging with job sites and construction teams, and excited to grow their responsibility within a collaborative design-build environment. If you enjoy working at the intersection of interior architecture, execution, and craftsmanship — and want to be part of a team that values clarity, accountability, and thoughtful design — we’d love to meet you. Local Candidates Only. This Role is Not Remote. Responsibilities: • Develop interior layouts and space plans for residential renovations, additions, and full-home remodels, with a strong understanding of scale, circulation, and constructability • Produce clear, build-ready interior architectural drawings, including plans, elevations, sections, and details, to support accurate pricing and construction • Draft custom cabinetry layouts and elevations in coordination with internal teams and trade partners • Translate client goals and preferences into thoughtful design solutions that balance aesthetics, function, and execution • Support the development of finish palettes, material selections, and design documentation aligned with approved project direction • Participate in client meetings and presentations, including layout reviews and finish discussions, with support from senior team members as needed • Collaborate closely with Project Developers, Project Managers, and the construction team to ensure designs are coordinated and practical • Participate in job site visits and field meetings to support design intent and respond to construction questions • Revise drawings and documentation based on client feedback, team coordination, and field conditions • Maintain organized, accurate design documentation and support decision tracking throughout the project lifecycle • Contribute to shared design standards, documentation practices, and studio workflows as the team continues to grow Nice to Have (but not required): • Familiarity with cabinet fabrication or millwork coordination • Experience working directly with builders, project managers, or trade partners Qualifications: • 4–7 years of experience in residential interior design or interior architectural design, preferably within a design-build or construction-adjacent firm working on high-end remodels • Strong drafting proficiency with the ability to independently produce interior architectural drawings, including plans, elevations, sections, and details (AutoCAD preferred) • Demonstrated experience with space planning and interior layout development for residential renovations and remodels • Experience designing and drafting custom cabinetry layouts and elevations • Working knowledge of residential construction methods and sequencing • Comfort collaborating closely with construction teams and participating in job site visits • Experience participating in client meetings and design presentations, with the ability to communicate design intent clearly and professionally • High attention to detail, organization, and follow-through • Ability to take direction, incorporate feedback, and revise drawings efficiently • Interest in professional growth and increased responsibility within a collaborative design-build environment • Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or a related field preferred (relevant experience may supersede formal education) • A portfolio of recent work must be submitted Compensation: $80,000 - $95,000 yearly
• Develop interior layouts and space plans for residential renovations, additions, and full-home remodels, with a strong understanding of scale, circulation, and constructability • Produce clear, build-ready interior architectural drawings, including plans, elevations, sections, and details, to support accurate pricing and construction • Draft custom cabinetry layouts and elevations in coordination with internal teams and trade partners • Translate client goals and preferences into thoughtful design solutions that balance aesthetics, function, and execution • Support the development of finish palettes, material selections, and design documentation aligned with approved project direction • Participate in client meetings and presentations, including layout reviews and finish discussions, with support from senior team members as needed • Collaborate closely with Project Developers, Project Managers, and the construction team to ensure designs are coordinated and practical • Participate in job site visits and field meetings to support design intent and respond to construction questions • Revise drawings and documentation based on client feedback, team coordination, and field conditions • Maintain organized, accurate design documentation and support decision tracking throughout the project lifecycle • Contribute to shared design standards, documentation practices, and studio workflows as the team continues to growNice to Have (but not required): • Familiarity with cabinet fabrication or millwork coordination • Experience working directly with builders, project managers, or trade partners