Commercial Sr. Interior Designer

Pinnacle Design; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

Job summary

Pinnacle Design in Phoenix is seeking a mid-level Interior Designer to contribute from programming and space planning through construction administration. The role demands strong design judgement, technical knowledge, and the ability to work independently and with a team.

You will collaborate across disciplines, specify finishes and furniture, and ensure ADA and code compliance while guiding projects from concept to construction documents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design from a CIDA-accredited program.
• 3–4+ years of professional commercial interior design experience.
• Proficiency in Revit (required), AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Working knowledge of building systems, materials, and codes.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual space plans, design concepts, and presentation materials.
• Produce schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Coordinate with engineers and consultants through all project phases.
• Research and specify finishes, furniture, and materials.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and ADA requirements.
• Present design concepts to clients and respond to feedback.
• Support construction administration activities as required.

Skills

Interior design

Space planning

Presentation

Communication

Project leadership

Building codes

Hand sketching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Teamwork. Respect. Integrity. Passion. Imagination.

Pinnacle Design requires these values to guide how we design, collaborate, and grow. We are intentional about who joins our team and seek individuals who are motivated to elevate both their skills and those around them.

Pinnacle Design is a well-established Phoenix-based Architecture, Interior Architecture, and Planning firm delivering excellence from conceptualization through construction administration. Our collaborative studio environment fosters professional growth, creative ownership, and long-term career development.

Position Overview

We are seeking a mid-level Interior Designer capable of contributing to commercial projects from programming and space planning through construction administration. This role requires strong design judgement, technical knowledge, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual space plans, design concepts, and presentation materials
• Produce schematic design, design development, and construction documentation
• Coordinate with engineers and consultants throughout all project phases
• Research and specify finishes, furniture, and materials
• Ensure compliance with building codes and ADA requirements
• Present design concepts to clients and respond to feedback
• Support construction administration activities as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from a CIDA-accredited University or College
• 3–4+ years of professional commercial interior design experience
• Proficiency in Revit (required), AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Working knowledge of building systems, materials, and codes
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Experience leading projects independently
• Strong hand-sketching ability
• NCIDQ certification or on licensure path
• Salary range: Dependent on experience
• Healthcare, dental, and vision

We are committed to creating a workplace where talented designers can grow without artificial ceilings. If you are passionate about thoughtful design and long-term professional development, we would love to hear from you.