Interior Designer

Richard L. Bowen + Associates; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP program

Life/Health/Disability Insurance

401K

Wellness initiatives

Licensure support

Social events

Scholarship programs

Job summary

Richard L. Bowen + Associates in Cleveland, OH is seeking a creative Interior Designer to contribute to our commercial, retail, and civic projects. The role covers pre-design, programming, design, construction documentation, and construction administration, collaborating across disciplines.

The ideal candidate will be resourceful, detail-oriented, and eager to build long-term client relationships through exemplary service, with experience in REVIT, Adobe Creative Suite, and related tools.

Qualifications

• A professional degree is required.
• NCIDQ registration or pursuance is preferred.
• 2 years of previous design experience is expected.
• Proficiency in REVIT and Adobe Creative Suite; Rhino and real-time rendering know-how is a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, clients, and authorities.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to research construction techniques, millwork, building code, and FFE.
• Experience across design phases.
• Flexibility for travel.
• Experience in commercial and public sectors is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-design and programming.
• Design, construction documentation, and construction administration tasks.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Travel flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

Professional degree

NCIDQ registration

Tools

REVIT

Adobe Creative Suite

Rhino

Real-time rendering

Job description

Bowen is a legacy Cleveland architecture, engineering, and construction firm – now 100% employee owned – that believes our employees’ dedication, our exemplary service, and the relationships we build are the keys to successful, innovative projects. We are looking to expand our multi-disciplinary team with professionals dedicated to improving peoples’ lives through the built environment and who want to do something extraordinary every day.

Founded in 1959 and with licenses across the U.S., Bowen serves a variety of local and national markets including retail, entertainment, education, governmental, public safety, transit, multi-family housing, office, and more. In 2025 we expanded with a new office in Erie, PA.

To find out more about our firm experience, culture, and commitment to developing great designers, visit https://www.rlba.com/careers/

The Opportunity

We are looking for a creative, passionate and energetic Interior Designer to take on roles in our commercial, retail, and civic work at our Cleveland office. This individual would complete pre-design, programming, design, construction documentation, and construction administration tasks.

The ideal candidate is resourceful and inquisitive, has a passion for great design, wants to help foster long-term client relationships through exemplary service, and believes that projects should be tailored to the client’s needs.

We are looking for candidates with a range of experience, with opportunities for mid-career designers, and senior-level professionals.

Other preferred qualifications include:

• A professional degree
• NCIDQ registration, or pursuit of registration
• 2 years of previous design experience
• Proficiency in design software including REVIT and Adobe Creative Suite. Experience with Rhino and real-time rendering packages is also appreciated.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, clients, and reviewing authorities.
• Attention to detail.
• Effectively be able to research construction techniques, millwork methodology, building code, and FFE.
• Experience in all phases of design.
• Flexibility for Travel.
• Experience within any or all of our sectors of practice, including commercial and public.

Benefits

Bowen offers competitive salaries (commensurate with skill level and experience) in a supportive and cooperative environment. The anticipated salary range for this position is $52,275 - $91,225. Our ESOP program grants shares of ownership to all vested employees with no individual contribution or expense.

Other benefits include:

• Life, health, and disability insurance
• 401K
• Wellness initiatives
• Support for licensure testing
• Social activities and events
• Scholarship programs

Equity

Bowen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As our team members grow professionally, we want them to do so as their authentic selves. We provide a mentorship program opportunity for all staff members and encourage each to have an Individual Development Plan.