Lead Interior Designer – Luxury Residential & Commercial
About The Position
Nicole Arnold Interiors is seeking an experienced Lead Interior Designer to join their award-winning Dallas-area firm, specializing in luxury residential and commercial interiors. This role involves leading projects from concept to installation, developing design concepts, sourcing materials, managing budgets and timelines, and mentoring junior team members. The firm emphasizes a collaborative, boutique environment where individual contributions are valued. This is not an entry-level or production-only position, requiring a designer who can think creatively, manage projects, interact confidently with clients, and oversee project details.
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional interior design experience
- Significant experience with high-end residential interior design and furniture sourcing
- Proven ability to independently manage significant portions of a design project
- Strong FF&E sourcing and specification experience
- Experience presenting designs directly to clients
- Strong space-planning skills
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or Chief Architect
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and project-management abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Nice To Haves
- Studio Designer
- Photoshop
- Asana or similar project-management platforms
- Custom furniture design and pricing
- Luxury residential installations
- Commercial office interiors
Responsibilities
- Lead assigned residential and commercial design projects
- Develop sophisticated design concepts and translate them into complete spaces
- Work directly with clients and confidently present recommendations
- Source furniture, fabrics, lighting, art, accessories and custom pieces
- Collaborate closely with our Principal and design team
- Manage project details, budgets, timelines and vendor relationships
- Mentor and provide direction to less-experienced team members as appropriate
- Participate in installations and see your designs through to completion
- Attend industry markets, conferences and vendor events
- Continue developing toward greater design and project leadership within the firm
- Creating space plans and drawings
- Developing design concepts and material palettes
- Preparing client presentations
- Building and managing FF&E selections
- Creating project budgets and pricing custom pieces
- Reviewing proposals and specifications
- Leading client meetings on behalf of the Principal
- Communicating with vendors, trades and workrooms
- Visiting project sites
- Participating in installations and styling
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Flexible scheduling
- Employee purchasing discounts
- Performance bonuses
- Referral commissions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
