Interior Designer

KZF Design Inc; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with company

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Professional Development Support

Recognition as Cincinnati Top Place to

Job summary

KZF Design is seeking an experienced Interior Designer to contribute to complex architectural projects from concept through completion in Cincinnati. This full-time professional role requires strategic thinking, strong design sensibility, and leadership in coordinating teams, clients, and consultants.

You will prepare design documents through all phases, work with multiple disciplines, and help advance interior design standards while maintaining KZF quality control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in interior design.
• Experience producing interior design and construction documents in an A/E consulting firm.
• Proficiency in REVIT.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Comfortable with a broad range of project types.
• Familiarity with building codes.
• Familiarity with building design and construction.
• Proactive and assertive in problem solving.
• Comfortable working on parallel assignments.
• Comfortable working in teams and making group presentations.
• Familiarity with A/E BIM standards a plus.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation a plus.
• Good written and oral communications skills; fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English.

Responsibilities

• Help our clients achieve their goals
• Work with Interior Designers and Project Managers to meet KZF goals and objectives
• Seek advice and counsel from Senior Interior designers and Director of Interior Design Services as needed
• Support Interior Designers with assigned projects or activities
• Interface with all professional disciplines assigned to the project to coordinate the Interior Design work
• Work with the Director and/or Interior Designer to establish design parameters consistent with the project scope
• Prepare design documents as required for all phases of design (concept, schematic, design development, construction documents)
• Conduct field investigations as required to understand project requirements
• Prepare building interior design studies as required
• Assist with researching building materials and systems and select appropriate items for incorporation into the building design
• Maintain a general knowledge of architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural, fire protection and telecom building systems; coordinate these systems with the interior design
• Prepare documents in conformance with KZF standards and quality control requirements
• Assist in the development and maintenance of interior design standards as assigned by the Director
• Attend project team meetings as required
• Assist Interior Designers with construction administration efforts, as requested
• Help to maintain the Materials Resource Library, meets with Manufacturer Representatives, and schedules Lunch and Learn presentations

Skills

REVIT

MS Word

MS Excel

Written & Verbal Communication

Team Collaboration

Construct Documents

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

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Interior Designer

Full Time Professional Cincinnati, OH, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1036

About KZF Design

KZF Design is a multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, and planning firm proudly recognized as one of Cincinnati’s Top Workplaces since 2021. We are passionate about creating spaces that serve, inspire, and strengthen communities. Join a team where your voice matters and your work makes a difference.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Interior Designer to contribute to complex architectural projects from concept through completion. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong design sensibility, technical expertise, and proven leadership in managing teams, clients, and consultants.

Key Responsibilities

• Help our clients achieve their goals
• Work with Interior Designers and Project Managers to meet KZF goals and objectives
• Seek advice and counsel from Senior Interior designers and Director of Interior Design Services as needed
• Support Interior Designers with assigned projects or activities
• Interface with all professional disciplines assigned to the project to coordinate the Interior Design work
• Work with the Director and/or Interior Designer to establish design parameters consistent with the project scope
• Prepare design documents as required for all phases of design (concept, schematic, design development, construction documents).
• Conduct field investigations as required to understand project requirements
• Prepare building interior design studies as required
• Assist with researching building materials and systems and select appropriate items for incorporation into the building design
• Maintain a general knowledge of architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural, fire protection and telecom building systems; coordinate these systems with the interior design
• Prepare documents in conformance with KZF standards and quality control requirements
• Assist in the development and maintenance of interior design standards as assigned by the Director
• Attend project team meetings as required
• Assist Interior Designers with construction administration efforts, as requested
• Help to maintain the Materials Resource Library, meets with Manufacturer Representatives, and schedules Lunch and Learn presentations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in interior design
• Experience producing Interior Design and construction documents in an A/E consulting firm
• Proficiency in REVIT (preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Comfortable with a broad range of project types
• Familiarity and experience working with building codes
• Familiarity with building design and construction
• Proactive and assertive in problem solving
• Comfortable working on parallel assignments
• Comfortable working in teams and making group presentations
• Familiarity with A/E industry BIM standards a plus
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation a plus
• Good written and oral communications skills; fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Commercial, Industrial and Mixed-Use Developments including Civic, Public Safety, Education, Healthcare, etc.
• LEED accreditation or other sustainability credentials
• Familiarity with D5, Bluebeam, or other project management tools

Why Join KZF Design?

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Commitment to design excellence and community impact
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Professional Development Support
• Recognition as one of Cincinnati’s Top 100 Places to Work since 2021

KZF Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.