Interior Architect

Studio Montemayor; San Francisco (CA); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Studio Montemayor is seeking an experienced Senior Interior Designer to lead interior architecture and the technical delivery of residential projects in San Francisco, working closely with Principal Regina Pérez Montemayor. This hands-on role covers design development, detailed documentation, client communication and construction coordination.

You will develop custom millwork, lead client presentations, review submittals and coordinate with contractors.

Formación

• Substantial experience in high-end residential interiors or residential architecture.
• Advanced AutoCAD proficiency and a strong portfolio of personally produced technical drawings.
• Demonstrated expertise in custom millwork, kitchen and bathroom detailing, material transitions and finish specifications.
• Strong working knowledge of residential construction and coordination with architectural, structural, lighting, electrical, mechanical and AV teams.
• Direct experience managing RFIs, reviewing submittals and shop drawings, and participating in construction meetings.

Responsabilidades

• Design development and documentation: Develop interior layouts, elevations, sections and details in AutoCAD, translating concepts into coordinated drawing packages for pricing and construction.
• Project leadership and client communication: Prepare and lead client meetings, presentations, showroom visits and site walkthroughs; document outcomes and next steps.
• Construction administration: Review RFIs, shop drawings, samples and submittals for alignment with design intent; attend construction meetings and site visits.
• Team collaboration and mentorship: Coordinate interiors with furnishings and procurement; delegate drafting tasks and provide technical guidance; maintain drawing standards.

Conocimientos

Client communication

Project management

Team mentorship

Design development

Attention to detail

Timeline coordination

Educación

Interior design degree

Architecture degree

Herramientas

AutoCAD

Procore

3D visualization

Descripción del empleo

About the studio

Studio Montemayor is a boutique interior design practice based in San Francisco, with a growing presence in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Our work brings together thoughtful interior architecture, custom detailing and furnishings to create homes that balance refinement with approachable comfort.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Interior Designer to lead the interior architecture and technical delivery of residential projects, working closely with Principal and Founder Regina Pérez Montemayor.

The role

This is a hands-on position for a designer who can move confidently between design development, detailed documentation, client communication and construction coordination. You should be equally comfortable developing custom millwork, leading a client presentation, reviewing a submittal and resolving a construction question with a contractor.

Working under the Principal’s creative direction, you will take ownership of day-to-day project progress, anticipate decisions and coordination needs, and bring clear recommendations to the team. You will collaborate with our furnishings and purchasing teams to ensure the interiors are thoughtfully integrated and thoroughly documented.

Key responsibilities

Design development and documentation

• Develop interior layouts, elevations, sections and details in AutoCAD, translating design concepts into coordinated drawing packages for pricing and construction.
• Design and detail custom cabinetry, millwork, kitchens, bathrooms and other architectural interior elements.
• Prepare and maintain finish, plumbing, hardware and fixture schedules.
• Develop reflected ceiling plans and coordinate decorative lighting, switching, electrical, AV and mechanical locations with the appropriate consultants and trades.
• Research materials and products, evaluating suitability, installation requirements, availability and cost.
• Prepare presentation materials, sketches and three-dimensional studies to communicate design intent.
• Maintain consistent drawing standards and review documentation for accuracy, completeness and coordination.

Project leadership and client communication

• Prepare and lead client meetings, presentations, showroom visits and site walkthroughs.
• Communicate options and recommendations clearly, helping clients understand design, budget and schedule implications.
• Document meeting outcomes, approvals and next steps, and follow through with the responsible parties.
• Identify changes in scope and flag their implications to the Principal before additional work proceeds.
• Represent the studio with professionalism and sound judgment in meetings with clients, architects, builders and consultants.

Construction administration

• Serve as the studio’s primary technical contact for assigned projects during construction.
• Review and respond to RFIs, coordinating input from the Principal, design team and consultants.
• Review shop drawings, samples and submittals for alignment with design intent and project documentation.
• Attend construction meetings and site visits, document observations and coordinate outstanding design questions.
• Review proposed substitutions and change orders, clarify scope and pricing, and provide recommendations for Principal and client review.
• Maintain clear records of revisions and approvals, ensuring decisions are reflected in the relevant drawings and schedules.
• Coordinate constructability and applicable code questions with the architect, engineers and contractor.

Team collaboration and mentorship

• Coordinate architectural interiors with furnishings, decorative lighting and procurement.
• Delegate drafting and research tasks with clear direction, priorities and time expectations.
• Review team members’ work before issuance and provide practical technical guidance.
• Support studio drawing standards, file organization and documentation workflows.
• Maintain accurate project time records and communicate workload or scheduling concerns early.

Experience and qualifications

• Substantial experience in high‑end residential interiors or residential architecture, including independently leading projects through documentation and construction.
• Advanced AutoCAD proficiency and a strong portfolio of personally produced technical drawings.
• Demonstrated expertise in custom millwork, kitchen and bathroom detailing, material transitions and finish specifications.
• Strong working knowledge of residential construction and coordination with architectural, structural, lighting, electrical, mechanical and AV teams.
• Direct experience managing RFIs, reviewing submittals and shop drawings, and participating in construction meetings.
• Strong design judgment, attention to detail and the ability to balance aesthetic goals with practical constraints.
• Confident, thoughtful communication with clients, contractors and colleagues.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, anticipate problems and follow decisions through to resolution.
• Availability for regular site visits and meetings throughout San Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area.
• A degree in interior design, interior architecture, architecture or a related field is preferred.
• Experience with Procore and three-dimensional visualization tools is a plus.

Who will thrive here

You enjoy working in a small, collaborative studio where your judgment and initiative have a direct impact. You are comfortable taking ownership while recognizing when a decision needs the Principal’s input. You bring proposed solutions, communicate capacity honestly and raise questions early. You care as much about how a design is documented and built as how it looks in a presentation.