Interior Designer III

dancker; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

dancker is seeking an experienced Interior Designer III in Somerville, NJ to guide design strategy, lead complex design projects, and mentor junior team members. You will engage in leading drawing productions and ensure quality documentation and client-centered solutions.

With over 5 years of industry experience, strong AutoCAD skills, and expertise in commercial interiors, you will collaborate closely with internal teams and stakeholders to shape project vision while promoting design standards. A competitive salary range of $70,000–$85,000 is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive industry experience, including complex commercial interiors.
• Strong command of installation drawings and specification packages.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of detailed CET drawings and complex furniture plans.
• Oversee and produce installation drawings ensuring accuracy.
• Mentor junior designers on drawing reviews and technical guidance.

Skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Complex project management

Client-centered design solutions

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a FIDER or CIDA-accredited design program

Tools

CET

Job description

Position Title: Interior Designer III

Location: Somerville, NJ

Department: Client Services - Design

The difference you’ll make:

We’re looking for an experienced and collaborative Interior Designer III to join our design team at dancker. In this role, you’ll lead complex design scopes, guide design strategy, and serve as a technical, product, and process resource for the broader team. You’ll manage highly detailed documentation, help resolve complex site and specification challenges, mentor junior designers, and contribute to standards, innovation, and client confidence. If you’re a seasoned interior design professional who brings strong technical expertise, thoughtful leadership, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, client-centered solutions, we’d love to hear from you.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Lead the development of detailed CET drawings, complex furniture plans, product specifications, high-quality 3D visuals, and presentation materials
• Oversee and produce installation drawings and supporting documents for complex projects, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and alignment with project intent
• Provide proactive updates to the Design Manager, Team Leads, Account Executives, and Sales leadership while helping steer project direction and priorities
• Partner strategically with Account Executives, VP Sales, clients, manufacturer representatives, and internal teams to shape project vision and solve complex design challenges
• Lead finish selections, product strategy, value-alignment conversations, and specification decisions for large, complex, or high-visibility projects
• Oversee internal reporting and project documentation standards for assigned work, ensuring decisions, risks, and deliverables are clearly documented
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between plans, specifications, field conditions, and installation requirements, escalating risks with recommended solutions
• Stay ahead of product innovations, workplace trends, sustainability considerations, and industry best practices while sharing insights across the team
• Mentor Designer I and Designer II team members through drawing reviews, technical guidance, product knowledge, and process coaching
• Drive or contribute to design standards, workflow improvements, quality control practices, and cross functional collaboration across dancker
• Represent the design function in client-facing meetings, presentations, and complex coordination discussions with confidence and professionalism

What you’ll bring to this role:

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree from a FIDER or CIDA-accredited design program or equivalent relevant experience
• 5+ years of progressive industry experience, including responsibility for complex commercial interiors, furniture dealership projects, or workplace design solutions
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, including complex drawing production, specifications, and revisions
• Familiarity with CET is preferred, but not required
• Strong command of installation drawings, specification packages, field coordination, and documentation quality control
• Advanced expertise in systems furniture, product specifications, ancillary solutions, finish selections, and manufacturer resources
• Demonstrated ability to guide client-centered design solutions while balancing quality, budget, schedule, constructability, and service expectations
• Excellent organization, judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills across multiple complex projects
• Works with significant autonomy and acts as a senior technical and process resource for project teams and junior designers

Salary Range: $70,000–$85,000