Sr Interior Designer

HGA • Minneapolis, MN

14d • $98,000 - $118,000

About The Position

HGA is seeking a highly skilled Senior Interior Designer to join its Minneapolis, Minnesota interior design practice. The role leads interior design work across multiple projects, from conceptual design through construction, and includes responsibility for project management and team direction. The designer develops programming, planning, and interior design strategies that meet client goals; manages schedules, budgets, and delivery timelines; and ensures high-quality project results. The position also researches materials and concepts to support technical decisions and design concept development, coordinates project documentation from initial design through completion, and ensures designs meet accessibility, exiting, and life-safety requirements. The designer works closely with clients, contractors, consultants, city agencies, internal teams, and other external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

The position is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The listed salary range is $98,000–$118,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Candidates should submit a resume and portfolio. HGA describes itself as a national award-winning interdisciplinary design firm rooted in architecture and engineering, and emphasizes inclusivity, diversity, flexibility, work-life balance, and career growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or a related field from an accredited program.
• 15+ years of professional experience in interior design, including prior project management experience.
• NCIDQ or CID accreditation.
• Proven leadership and project management skills, with a track record of successfully delivering projects.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with team members and clients.
• Ability to oversee and be responsible for all aspects of project delivery.
• Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, other industry-standard software, and Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Lead interior design efforts on multiple projects from conceptual design through construction.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, consultants, and city agencies to support smooth project execution.
• Develop and manage design programming, planning, and interior design strategies to meet client goals.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, and delivery timelines to ensure high-quality results.
• Research materials and concepts and advise and support the design team on technical issues affecting interior design concept development.
• Prioritize tasks within project schedules and coordinate required documentation from the initial design phase through final project completion.
• Ensure designs meet building accessibility codes, exiting, and life-safety requirements.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee and take responsibility for all aspects of project delivery, ensuring timely and quality results.

Benefits

• Annual bonus and success sharing bonus program for eligible employees.
• 401(k) guaranteed contribution.
• Paid parental leave.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Short- and long-term disability programs.
• The company describes flexibility, work-life balance, and career growth as part of its workplace culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior