Interior Architectural Designer II

Huitt-Zollars•Houston, TX

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Huitt-Zollars is seeking a talented and motivated licensed Interior Designer to join our Houston Downtown office. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to dynamic interior architecture and architectural design projects across all phases—from concept through construction administration and closeout. The ideal candidate brings a refined design sensibility, strong technical knowledge, and a collaborative spirit to deliver exceptional outcomes for civic, commercial, and institutional clients. You will work closely with our Interior Discipline Leader, Principals, and Project Managers, providing leadership in both design and technical execution while mentoring junior staff and contributing to the growth of our design culture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Architecture, Interior Design, or Architecture from a NAAB-accredited program
Licensed Architect or Registered Interior Designer, or eligible for reciprocity
Minimum 6 years of experience in design, documentation, and construction of interior architecture and/or architectural projects, with a strong focus on public and institutional work
Proficient in Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D modeling tools such as Enscape or SketchUp
Comprehensive understanding of codes, materials, systems, detailing, and sustainable practices
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate design ideas to clients and teams
Strong organizational and time management abilities with a proven ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams under tight deadlines
This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars’ Core Value Competencies
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the development of design concepts, programming, space planning, and detailing
Ensure design continuity across all project phases while aligning with project goals, budgets, codes, and client expectations
Present design ideas clearly and effectively to clients, internal teams, and stakeholders
Oversee day-to-day design activities on assigned projects, coordinating closely with team members across disciplines and office locations
Review and produce high-quality design and construction documents, including drawings, renderings, material boards, and specifications
Participate in site visits, submittal reviews, and construction phase support, ensuring adherence to design intent and quality standards
Support the Project Manager in tracking schedules, deliverables, and project performance
Mentor junior staff, providing guidance on design, documentation, and professional development
Promote an inclusive and collaborative team culture across disciplines and experience levels
Share knowledge and best practices to elevate overall team performance and design excellence
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients
Support proposal development and participate in presentations to help win new work
Contribute to the growth of Huitt-Zollars’ market presence through professional representation and thought leadership
Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process.
Productively collaborates with others and leads or encourages teams to achieve success and camaraderie amongst each other.
Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives.
Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.
Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.
Assist with appropriate administrative and project support tasks supporting the needs of the project team and office.
Complete assignments on-time, within budget, and with highest level of quality.
Routinely proposes and produces more effective ways to accomplish assignments.