Lionakis

Senior Interior Designer

Lionakis  •  $107k - $144k/yr  •  Irvine, CA (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
Apply
AI can make mistakes so check important info. Chat history is never stored.
43
AI Success™

Job Description

Are you a seasoned, client-facing interior designer who thrives on leading complex projects, mentoring teams, and delivering thoughtful, high-quality design solutions? Do you enjoy balancing design excellence with project ownership while serving as a trusted advisor to clients? If so, we’re looking for you – a Senior Interior Designer to help lead impactful work across our Healthcare practice, with opportunities to support Education and Civic projects as needed.

We offer a robust bonus plan and flexible work options; health, dental, and vision benefits; competitive paid time off; and a 401(k) with employer match.

As a Senior Interior Designer, you will…

  • Provide project ownership for large, complex, or multiple interior design projects, ensuring successful outcomes aligned with the firm’s mission and goals.
  • Serve as a client-facing leader, building strong relationships and acting as a trusted advisor throughout all phases of project delivery.
  • Lead and mentor multiple staff members and project teams across local and regional offices.
  • Oversee BIM/Revit design development and the production and coordination of construction documents, including consultant coordination.
  • Manage client goals, budgets, and schedules while ensuring quality, accuracy, and adherence to firm standards.
  • Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of applicable building codes, agency, and jurisdictional requirements.
  • Lead and support the construction administration process, bringing experience and added value to both clients and project teams.
  • Oversee furniture selection and specifications, ensuring compliance with client standards and code requirements, while mentoring others.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong time management, ensuring work is completed on schedule and within budget.
  • Participate in marketing efforts, proposal development, and business development through established relationships and professional reputation.
  • Identify and address risks related to scope, budget, schedule, and construction costs, protecting the firm’s interests.
  • Support staffing processes and participate in market and studio leadership meetings.


The Must-Haves (Required)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or equivalent with a minimum of 8 years of interior or architectural design project experience, or an Associate’s degree with at least 12 years of related experience.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and work directly with clients.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project).


The Like-to-Haves (Preferred, Not Required)

  • Experience with Healthcare projects (primary focus).
  • Experience supporting Education and Civic projects.
  • Proficiency in BIM/Revit.
  • Experience with Bluebeam.
  • LEED accreditation.


Compensation $107,000 - $144,100

Studies have shown that underrepresented individuals like women; LGBTQIA+; and BIPOC, among others, are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications in a job description or posting. Because we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, we understand the best candidate may come from a non-traditional background to our field of work. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described above. Diversity makes us better.

Lionakis

About Lionakis

Lionakis was established in 1909 and is a multi-discipline firm specializing in architectural, structural engineering, planning, interior design, sustainability, and graphic design services. Since 1997 and building on more than a century of diverse project experience our mission is Designing a Better Future. We excel at providing solutions for education, civic, healthcare, and commercial clients with offices in Sacramento, Oakland, San Jose, and Irvine, to better serve our clients.

We focus on partnering with clients, agencies, and industry experts to develop innovative and reliable responses. These partnerships are the core of our business, and we strive to provide a level of service that exceeds expectations.

Industry
Architecture & Engineering
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Sacramento, California
Year Founded
1909
Social Media