Corporate Interior Designer

SourceOwls; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SourceOwls in Richmond, VA is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to lead commercial interior design projects from concept through completion. This role focuses on strong client relationships, design leadership, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate will drive programming, space planning, and construction documentation while mentoring junior designers and advancing toward management responsibilities. This top-tier firm values growth and client-focused outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead commercial interior design projects
• Strong programming and space planning knowledge
• Experience with design development and construction administration
• Excellent client relationships and presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial interior design projects from programming and space planning through construction administration
• Develop innovative, functional interior design solutions for clients
• Conduct field verification and existing-condition documentation
• Lead development and coordination of construction documents
• Direct finish, material and furniture selections
• Prepare and lead client presentations
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders
• Oversee construction administration and address project issues
• Build and maintain long‑term client relationships
• Contribute to business development and repeat projects
• Mentor junior interior designers and support talent development

Skills

Team leadership

Client management

Space planning

Design development

Construction docs

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field

Job description

Senior Interior Designer | Commercial Interiors

Are you an experienced Interior Designer who enjoys transforming commercial spaces and leading projects from concept through completion?

Our client is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to join their Richmond, VA team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of commercial interior design projects across corporate, healthcare, higher education, transportation, and government environments.

This role is ideal for a design professional who can combine creative vision, technical expertise, project leadership, and strong client relationships—with the opportunity to grow into a management position.

What You'll Do

• Lead commercial interior design projects from programming and space planning through construction administration
• Develop innovative, functional, and client-focused interior design solutions
• Conduct and oversee field verification and existing-condition documentation
• Lead the development and coordination of construction documents
• Direct finish, material, and furniture selections
• Prepare and lead client presentations
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders
• Oversee construction administration and respond to project-related issues
• Build and maintain strong, long‑term client relationships
• Contribute to business development, client retention, and repeat‑project opportunities
• Mentor and support junior interior designers and help develop the next generation of design talent

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of programming, space planning, materials, finishes, furniture, and construction documentation
• Experience taking projects through design development and construction administration
• Strong communication, presentation, and client-management skills
• Ability to lead projects while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• NCIDQ certification is a plus

Why This Opportunity?

You'll join an organization consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work and a Healthiest Employer, with a culture focused on collaboration, professional development, and work-life balance.

The company offers:

• Competitive compensation
• Strong work-life balance
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership
• A diverse portfolio of challenging commercial projects
• Clear potential to transition into a management role