Interiors - Sr Interior Design Professional

HOK Group, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Parental leave

Fertility coverage

Career development

Job summary

HOK, a leading design firm, seeks an interior design professional with a strong project focus to advance interior design concepts and deliverables. The role requires coordination with the project team, development of space plans, and sustainable design integration while maintaining client goals and budgets.

HOK offers a hybrid work environment, generous PTO and holidays, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for mentorship and career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in interior design or foreign equivalent.
• 6+ years' experience; or equivalent in education and experience.
• LEED credential required within 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Keep the project or a phase of a project on schedule.
• Select and specify interior materials, finishes, furniture, lighting and artwork.
• Develop innovative design concepts that are practical, aesthetic, safe and within client goals and budget.
• Conduct space planning, layout and utilization of furnishings and equipment, lighting and color coordination.
• Coordinate color and material palettes.
• Incorporate Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Render conceptual design ideas and prepare 2D/3D presentation drawings.
• Prepare and conduct client presentations.
• Prepare, correct and update documents during schematic design and design development phases.
• Solicit bids and assist PM and client with subcontracting fabrication, installation and furnishings.
• Communicate with other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure all information is incorporated into project requirements.
• Implement and utilize HOK Standards for all projects and processes.
• May provide support to team members for specific field, style, or phase of interior design expertise.
• May mentor and direct the work of less experienced staff and deliver staff evaluations.
• May participate in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.
• Foster a green workplace through sustainable work practices and a commitment to client service.

Skills

Interior design

Project coordination

Client presentations

Mentoring staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in interior design

LEED credential within 12 months

Job description

HOK marked its 70th anniversary in 2025, and we continue to be a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers committed to tackling the critical challenges of our time. Our mission is simple yet powerful: improve lives, serve our clients, and heal the planet. At HOK, design excellence thrives at the intersection of art and science-where creativity meets purpose.

Explore some of our recent work in the HOK 2026 Design Annual and see how we're shaping the future of design.

Performs complex interior design assignments receiving specific and detailed instruction as to tasks required and results expected. Responsible for working with the project team to assist overall effort of completing various project phases.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for keeping the project, or a phase of a project, on schedule.
• Responsible for selection and specification of all interior architectural materials and finishes, furniture, lighting and artwork.
• Develops innovative design concepts which are practical, aesthetic, safe and conducive to intended purposes and function which is reflective of client goals and within project budget.
• Conducts programming efforts such as space planning, layout and utilization of furnishings and equipment, lighting and color coordination.
• Coordinates color and material palettes.
• Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Renders conceptual design ideas and prepares 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings.
• Prepares and conducts client presentations.
• Prepares, corrects and updates documents during schematic design and design development phases.
• Solicits bids and assists Project Manager and client in subcontracting fabrication, installation, and arrangement of the materials, finishes, and furnishings required.
• Responsible for communication with other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements and provides support as necessary.
• Implements and utilizes HOK Standards for all projects and processes.
• May provide support to all team members for specific field, style, or phase of interior design expertise.
• May mentor and direct the work of less experienced staff and deliver staff performance evaluations.
• May participate in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in interior design or foreign equivalent
• 6 plus years' experience; or equivalent in appropriate education and experience required.
• LEED credential required within 12 months of employment.

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Many of our roles require the use of specific software. Please refer to the Required and Preferred Software & Skills for details.

HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life. At HOK you'll have a hybrid work environment, 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays) and a minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option. HOK offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, free mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage and short and long-term disability benefits. HOK helps to fund your future financial needs with matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning.

HOK supports your growing family by offering 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage. HOK helps to fund your future financial needs with matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning.

Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships. To learn more about designing your career with HOK, explore our current job openings.

HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets.