Senior Interior Designer, Public Sector

DLR Group•Austin, TX

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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. Our Texas region is seeking Senior Interior Designers, preferably those with public-sector (e.g. Education, Cultural, Justice+Civic) experience. This role could be based in the following cities: Austin Fort Worth Position Summary As part of our integrated practice, the Interiors discipline at DLR Group collaborates across all sectors to enhance design excellence, prioritizing human experience and wellness within interior environments. Leveraging industry insights and market research, our approach is grounded in evidence-based design. Senior Interior Designers lead key aspects of projects, including interior design efforts, client interactions, and presentations. You'll be responsible for daily design and technical development, coordinating the interior components of project documentation, and collaborating with the integrated design team to ensure quality outcomes that align with project scope, schedule, fees, and budget. As a mentor to junior staff, you will help foster a work environment that embodies DLR Group's core values. You'll also work with leaders across various sectors to support the collaborative pursuit, acquisition, and execution of projects. Additional responsibilities may include participating in client interviews, marketing and business development activities, contributing to research and development initiatives, and assisting in the creation of sector-specific tools and marketing materials. If you are a collaborative thought leader with a strategic mindset this might be the position for you. DLR Group is 100% employee owned and as such you'll enjoy the opportunity to have ownership in the Firm. We rely on all our employee-owners to apply their financial acumen to grow the Firm profitably.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design
Minimum of 10 years of professional experience; experience in K-12 Education, Higher Education, and Justice+Civic projects preferred
Professional licensure required; LEED AP or other green certifications preferred
Proficient in Revit and familiar with Bluebeam; strong proficiency in standard A/E/I/P software
Demonstrated leadership in applying design techniques, tools, and sustainable principles to create precise technical plans, drawings, reports, and models
Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to process improvement, problem-solving, and high-quality decision-making
Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
Actively participates in professional organizations, presents at industry conferences, and contributes to business development and marketing by pursuing client leads and opportunities
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Responsibilities

Lead conceptual design, program development, and space planning within projects, utilizing expertise to guide the design process when appropriate
Demonstrate a refined design approach that integrates functionality, programmatic alignment, and spatial performance, addressing all aspects of three-dimensional space
Oversee and ensure quality in construction documents and design details for constructability, mentoring and developing junior staff in the process
Ensure design intent is realized through careful selection of materials, FF&E, and products that align with sustainable commitments, while reviewing graphic presentations to effectively communicate design vision
Attend site visits and construction administration meetings regularly, sharing lessons learned to support coordination within the integrated team
Provide mentorship and leadership, proactively contributing to project success and fostering team growth
Guide and mentor teams to produce high-quality deliverables, serving as a thought leader within your discipline and/or primary sector
Champion design excellence and innovation within the integrated team
Execute quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) to maintain design integrity throughout all project phases
Communicate design intent and thought leadership clearly and consistently with project managers and the Integrated Design Team at each project phase
Lead presentations and manage client expectations to build and maintain strong client relationships
Ensure project schedules, delivery timelines, and profitability are met, balancing design priorities with project budgets