Senior Interior Designer/Architect Project Manager

ZGF Architects•Washington, DC
•$125,000 - $163,000•Onsite

About The Position

ZGF is seeking a passionate Senior Interior Designer/Architect Project Manager with 15+ years’ experience to join its Washington, DC office. The role calls for a strong leader and thoughtful designer with excellent communication and technical skills, working within a diverse team of designers, planners, strategists, and industry thought leaders. The position involves extensive interior design work, including programming, space planning, color and material research, FF&E, and lighting design. The Senior Interior Designer/Architect Project Manager manages teams to generate, develop, and deliver quality design projects; mentors and leads team members from concept design through construction administration; and fosters relationships with clients and consultants. The role also independently develops project proposals, defines and manages work plans, organizes and supervises design teams, participates in presentations and interviews, finds creative solutions to project challenges, contributes to business development and marketing pursuits, and advocates for an inclusive, supportive work culture. The annual base salary range is $125,000–$163,000, depending on skills and experience. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio.

Requirements

  • Professional degree in Interior Design or Architecture.
  • 15 years of related experience.
  • Deep understanding of building, zoning, and energy codes; ADA; construction standards; and other regulatory requirements.
  • Strong communication, leadership, management, and organizational expertise.
  • Experience leading user group meetings.
  • Previous project management experience.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Suite, Revit, Microsoft Suite, and Deltek Vision.

Nice To Haves

  • NCIDQ certification and/or architectural licensure.
  • LEED, WELL, or FITWEL accreditation.

Responsibilities

  • Manage teams to generate, develop, and deliver quality design projects.
  • Mentor and lead team members from concept design through construction administration.
  • Foster and maintain relationships with clients and consultants.
  • Independently develop project proposals; define and manage work plans; organize and supervise design teams; participate in presentations and interviews; and find creative solutions to project challenges.
  • Participate in business development activities and advise in marketing pursuits.
  • Advocate for an inclusive, supportive work culture through listening, learning, and acting.
  • Perform interior design work, including programming, space planning, color and material research, FF&E, and lighting design.
  • Lead user group meetings.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage with a generous employer contribution.
  • HSA with employer contribution.
  • 401(k) with employer match.
  • Four weeks of PTO.
  • 10 paid holidays per year.
  • Paid parental and family leave programs.
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