Sr Interior Designer
About The Position
HOK is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to lead all phases of the design process, guide strategic design direction, advise and encourage junior designers, and collaborate across sectors to create impactful, sustainable environments. The role calls for strong leadership, creative vision, and a commitment to design excellence. The Senior Interior Designer develops innovative design concepts that reflect client objectives, brand identity, and budget parameters. The position oversees the project lifecycle, including contract negotiation, budgeting, planning, design execution, documentation, and construction administration. It also involves coordinating materials, bids, fabrication, installation, logistics, and collaboration among project disciplines, vendors, and contractors. The designer provides strategic direction to the team, mentors junior staff, maintains client relationships, represents HOK at industry events, and contributes to marketing and business development materials. Depending on the project's scope and team structure, the role may collaborate with and take leadership direction from a Senior Project Interior Designer or the Director of Design, Interiors. Travel and overtime are required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related discipline.
- NCIDQ certification.
- At least 7 years of experience as an Interior Designer in a design, architecture, engineering, or planning firm, focused on commercial projects such as offices, airports, hospitals, sports venues, schools, and labs.
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office.
- Obtain LEED accreditation within 12 months of employment.
- Ability to travel as required.
- Ability to work required overtime.
Nice To Haves
- NCARB registration is preferred for candidates registered as an Architect.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of innovative design concepts aligned with client objectives, brand identity, and budget parameters.
- Oversee all project phases, from contract negotiation and budgeting through planning, design execution, documentation, and construction administration.
- Assess material needs and costs, coordinate bid processes, and support subcontracting for fabrication, installation, and material logistics.
- Coordinate with disciplines, vendors, and contractors to align project goals and technical requirements.
- Provide leadership and strategic direction to the design team.
- Collaborate with and, depending on project scope and team structure, take leadership direction from a Senior Project Interior Designer or the Director of Design, Interiors.
- Mentor and develop junior staff and support their professional growth.
- Build and maintain client relationships, communicate project progress, address issues, and identify future collaboration opportunities.
- Represent HOK at industry events and conferences.
- Contribute to marketing and business development, including presentations, publications, and award submissions.
Benefits
- Hybrid work environment.
- 10 paid holidays, including 2 floating holidays.
- Minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash-out option.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Free mental wellness resources.
- Life and AD&D coverage.
- Short- and long-term disability benefits.
- 4 weeks of paid parental leave.
- Fertility coverage.
- 401(k) matching contributions and a well-rounded investment menu.
- Free retirement-planning guidance.
- Financial support and study preparation for licensure exams.
- CEU credit opportunities.
- Mentorship programs.
- Paid professional memberships.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
