Senior Interior Designer, California K-12 Interiors Leader

DLR Group•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place. We have an opening for a Senior Interior Designer to lead our California Education Interior Design Practice. This role can be based in our Los Angeles, Riverside, San Diego or Sacramento offices and will include collaboration on education projects in the 6 offices across California, including travel to those offices. Position Summary As a dynamic and strategic Senior Interior Designer you will lead both design excellence and business growth in our K12 and Higher Education practices. This is a high-impact leadership role, responsible for driving creative vision and project execution as well as building client relationships. As a key leader in our Interiors practice, you will oversee a dedicated team of interior designers focused on education, guiding project delivery from concept through construction while fostering an environment of collaboration, growth, and innovation. You’ll work closely with market sector leaders and business development teams to pursue new opportunities, build visibility in the region, and ensure that DLR Group remains a trusted partner and thought leader in the industry. As part of our 100% employee-owned firm, you will also have a voice in shaping our culture and business strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design
10+ years of interior design experience with a focus on education projects
Professional licensure (required)
Demonstrated leadership in both team development and project execution
Proficiency in Revit and knowledge of standard A/E/C software tools
Excellent verbal, written, and graphic communication skills
Active involvement in design industry organizations and a strong local network

Nice To Haves

LEED AP or sustainability-related credential preferred

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor and grow a high-performing interior design team of 8-12, creating a culture of design excellence, accountability, and innovation.
Direct all phases of design, from early concept development through documentation and construction administration.
Actively participate in client engagement, industry networking, and relationship building to drive new business opportunities.
Collaborate with marketing, business development, and sector leadership on project pursuits and participate in client interviews to win work.
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding strategy, design, and execution with clarity and confidence.
Shape and reinforce DLR Group’s integrated design approach through cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Oversee the technical quality and constructability of design documents, and ensure alignment with budgets, schedules, and sustainability goals.
Inspire and coach junior and intermediate designers, actively supporting professional development and project leadership growth.
Maintain an active presence in the local design community, representing DLR Group at events, conferences, and professional organizations.