Intermediate Interior Designer

kbg design; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

401k contribution and matching

Paid holidays

Flexible remote work

Year-end bonus

Professional Development Stipend

Industry Discounts

Job summary

KBG Design Inc. in San Jose, CA is seeking an Intermediate Interior Designer to support Principals and Senior Designers on high-end residential projects. You will contribute to concept to completion, including design development, presentations, and documentation.

Role requires strong technical skills in construction docs, FF&E sourcing, and client communication. Hybrid work with potential remote days and a competitive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design or related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or equivalent; Vectorworks preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction documentation and site walk-throughs.
• Experience with FF&E sourcing and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Support Principal and Senior Designer in design projects from concept to completion.
• Prepare and finalize material selections, drawings, and presentations for client meetings.
• Manage project quality control, site visits, and scheduling.
• Update elevations, plans, and details based on redlines.
• Develop space plans from accurate site measurements.
• Coordinate FF&E sourcing and procurement with vendors.
• Maintain client presentations throughout project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with team to improve design quality and client experience.

Job description

JOB POSTING | INTERMEDIATE INTERIOR DESIGNER

LIFE AT KBG DESIGN INC.

At KBG Design Inc., we provide our Clients with full-service architectural interior design. We are located in the beautiful area of Almaden Valley in the South Bay Area. We are in the business of transforming our Client's homes from concept to completion, and everything in‑between. Whether it is a new build or a large‑scale renovation, our team of talented designers have the skillset to create cohesive and functional spaces with livable, effortless style that stand the test of time. We love what we do and pride ourselves on finding great team members to join in on our Clients amazing projects.

KBG CORE VALUES

• KNOW OUR CLIENTS. We provide solutions deeply rooted back to how well we know our clients’ lifestyle.
• OBSESS OVER DETAILS. We take the time to get each step and detail right to save time fixing mistakes later.
• BUILD RELATIONSHIPS. We earn trust by being empathetic, dependable and (brutally) honest with our clients, partners and team members.
• ARE PROACTIVE. We look around corners to anticipate project needs and to get ahead of potential issues.
• OWN IT. We step up and take initiative to keep the project moving, and own our misses until we make them right.

YOUR ROLE

In the role of Intermediate Interior Designer, you will have the opportunity to support the Principal and/or Senior Designer(s) in both design projects and firm‑wide initiatives. As an Intermediate Interior Designer at KBG Design Inc., you will be able to utilize your passion for design and your innovative problem solving skills to help take the firm to the next level.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Principal and Senior Designer(s) to finalize selections and physical presentation of materials, finishes, and drawings and for all Client meetings through to installation and photoshoots
• Project management: quality control internally and externally (site visits, trade meetings), budgeting and schedule maintenance
• Assist Principal and/or Senior Designer(s) during Client meetings; document Client decisions and next steps (DOE lead client meetings)
• Update drawings: elevations, electrical plans, lighting plans, cabinetry, flooring plans, tile details, etc. based on redlines provided by Principal and/or Senior Designer(s)
• Develop space plans and elevations from accurate self‑measured site visits
• Research and select FF&E from retail and trade vendors: color palettes, hard finishes, lighting, art, accessories;
• Quote requests; from generate through purchasing; create and update specification packages
• Owning and maintaining client presentations throughout the life of the project
• Cultivate vendor relationships throughout procurement process
• Work together with the team to continually improve the quality of our work and our Clients’ experience throughout the design process

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• 4 to 8 years of relevant design experience in the interior design industry; with significant time spent on high‑end residential projects preferred
• Bachelors’ or Masters Degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or related field from an accredited school
• Proficient in AutoCAD or equivalent, Vectorworks a plus
• Strong technical aptitude, including construction documentation, job site walk‑thrus, building code familiarity (local municipalities a plus), and experience with redline processes
• Working knowledge of Studio Designer a plus
• Proficient in G‑Suite, Mac OS a plus
• Strong knowledge of FF&E sourcing (showrooms and other design resources), specifications, and ordering process
• Analytical and detail‑oriented, with strong time management across multiple projects and clients
• Clear communicator and team player, skilled in verbal, written, and visual design communication

BENEFITS

• Starting Hourly Rate of $37.00 - $45.00, DOE
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401k contribution and matching
• Paid holidays (7 annually)
• Potential for flexible remote work as needed
• Potential year‑end bonus depending on annual financial performance of the firm
• Professional Development Stipend
• Industry Discounts benefit; for personal use purchase
• Fun working environment including and not limited to office luncheons, outings, and team‑building events. We work hard, but don’t take ourselves too seriously!