Job Description

Senior Interior Designer (II, III, IV)

Irvine, California

Our client is seeking an experienced Interior Designer who combines exceptional design vision with strong technical execution.

This opportunity is ideal for a designer who enjoys creating meaningful experiences through design, developing compelling project narratives, and leading projects from concept through construction. Our client is a nationally recognized design firm known for creating environments that positively impact people's lives, particularly within healthcare, senior living, workplace, and science and technology sectors.

Based in Irvine, California, this team is recognized as one of the highest-performing offices within the organization, offering the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading healthcare design professionals on large-scale, highly visible projects.

Position Overview

We're seeking a talented Interior Designer with the ability to translate a client's vision, goals, and mission into thoughtful, engaging environments that enhance the user experience.

This role requires a unique balance of creativity and technical expertise. The ideal candidate can develop and communicate a compelling design story while also managing the details required to successfully execute that vision through documentation, coordination, and construction.

Key Responsibilities

Design Leadership

• Develop interior design concepts that align with client objectives, organizational culture, and user experience goals.
• Create and communicate compelling design narratives that guide project direction and decision-making.
• Lead design development, finish selections, material palettes, and interior architectural detailing.
• Prepare and present design concepts and recommendations to clients and project stakeholders.
• Contribute to design strategy throughout all phases of project delivery.

Project Delivery

• Lead interior design efforts from programming and schematic design through construction administration.
• Develop and coordinate project documentation utilizing Revit.
• Collaborate with architects, consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Manage FF&E selection, specifications, and procurement activities.
• Participate in construction administration, including site visits, submittal reviews, and responses to RFIs.
• Balance design excellence with project schedules, budgets, and technical requirements.
• Support project budget management and cost control efforts.

Team Collaboration & Mentorship

• Provide guidance and mentorship to emerging designers and junior team members.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary project teams to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Serve as a trusted resource for design and technical problem-solving.
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team culture.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture.
• Current NCIDQ certification.
• 8+ years of professional interior design experience.
• Experience leading projects from concept through construction.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit.
• Strong knowledge of construction documentation and detailing.
• Experience with FF&E specification and procurement.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Preferred

• Healthcare design experience.
• Experience working on large-scale, complex projects.
• Rendering and visualization experience, including Enscape.
• Project management experience.
• Experience mentoring junior designers.
• Workplace, senior living, or science and technology project experience.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

You'll enjoy the stability and resources of a nationally respected firm combined with the culture of a highly collaborative, entrepreneurial team. This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, high-performing office with a reputation for excellence and a clear path for professional growth.

You'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that positively impact people's lives, collaborate with recognized industry experts, and contribute to some of the most innovative healthcare environments in the country.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and level of responsibility.

In addition to a competitive base salary, our client offers a robust total compensation package, including:

• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation, sick time, holidays, and volunteer time
• Flexible work environment
• Paid relocation assistance

Compensation:

ID 2 – min. 8 years, 85K up to 96K

ID 3 – min. 10 years, 96K up to 117K

ID 4 – min. 15 years, 117K up to 135K

If you're passionate about creating purposeful environments, enjoy balancing design vision with technical execution, and thrive in a collaborative, high-performing culture, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect with you.