Sr Interior Designer

Hellmuth Obata & Kassabaum, Inc•San Jose, CA

50d

About The Position

Involves leading all phases of the design process, guiding strategic design direction, encouraging, and advising junior designers, and collaborating across sectors to create impactful, sustainable environments. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, creative vision, and a deep commitment to design excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related discipline required.
NCIDQ certification required.
7 plus years prior experience as an Interior Designer in a design, architecture, engineering, or planning firm, focused on offices, airports, hospitals, sports venues, schools, labs, and other commercial ventures.
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office.
LEED accreditation required within 12 months of employment.

Nice To Haves

If registered as an Architect, NCARB registration is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of high-quality, innovative design concepts that align with client objectives, brand identity, and budgetary parameters.
Oversee all phases of the project lifecycle, from contract negotiation and budgeting to planning, design execution, documentation, and construction administration.
Assess material needs and costs, coordinate bid processes, and support subcontracting for fabrication, installation, and material logistics.
Facilitate collaboration across disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure alignment with project goals and technical requirements.
Provide strong leadership and strategic direction to the design team, ensuring alignment with project goals and organizational values.
Collaborates with and may take leadership direction from a Senior Project Interior Designer or the Director of Design, Interiors, depending on project scope and team structure.
Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering growth, creativity, and professional development within the team.
Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, proactively communicating progress, addressing key issues, and identifying opportunities for future collaboration.
Represent the firm at industry events and conferences, enhancing visibility and reinforcing the organization's reputation for design excellence.
Participates in marketing and business development efforts by guiding the creation of compelling presentations, publications, and award submissions.