Senior Interior Designer

Building Talent, LLC

Senior Interior Designer

San Francisco, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Senior Interior Designer — Architecture & Interior Design Studio

    Location: San Francisco, CA (On-Site Only)
    Industry: Architecture & Interior Design
    Employment Type: Full-time

    Shape meaningful spaces with one of the West Coast’s leading interdisciplinary studios.

    An award-winning architecture and design firm is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to lead concept development, design direction, and project execution across a range of workplace and civic projects. With offices in multiple cities and a reputation for thoughtful, sustainable design, this team blends architecture and interiors into cohesive, story-rich environments.

    This is a fully on-site role in San Francisco, ideal for a designer who thrives in collaborative studios, can guide both clients and junior staff, and wants to take ownership of impactful work at every scale.

    What you’ll do:

    • Partner with studio leadership to shape and communicate overall design direction
    • Develop conceptual ideas and present design solutions to clients
    • Lead interiors scope across projects of all sizes and complexity, from concept through construction
    • Guide schematic design work and maintain oversight throughout design development, documentation, and construction phases
    • Coordinate interior architecture with overall building design, working closely with the architectural team
    • Mentor and support junior staff, providing day-to-day design leadership and team coordination
    • Prepare visual and technical design materials including drawings, models, mood boards, and presentation documents
    • Research, select, and coordinate finishes, products, and furnishings — ensuring alignment with sustainability goals
    • Oversee the design and implementation of furniture packages in collaboration with dealers and vendors
    • Support the integration of branding elements into architectural interiors

    What you bring:

    • A professional degree in Interior Design or Architecture (BS/BA/BFA/MA/MFA), with at least 10 years of relevant experience
    • A strong foundation in all phases of interior architecture, including concept development, detailing, documentation, and construction
    • Demonstrated leadership in large, complex workplace projects, with growing responsibilities across teams and project scopes
    • Proficiency in Revit, with additional skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp, Rhino, and other visualization tools
    • Excellent communication skills — both verbal and written — with the ability to guide teams and engage clients
    • Familiarity with building materials, systems, and codes, as well as construction techniques and project delivery methods
    • Active pursuit of professional licensure is preferred; LEED AP is a plus
    • Strong planning and organizational abilities, with deep knowledge of interior finishes, furniture systems, and specifications
    • A collaborative, self-directed mindset and the ability to work independently within a team environment

    Important: This is an in-person role based in San Francisco. Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available.

    How to apply: Apply here or reach out to start a confidential conversation. We’re ready when you are.

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