Senior Designer, Interiors

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Designer, Interiors to join our growing team and continue delivering design solutions that enhance health and well-being. The role requires translating program needs into innovative interiors, mentoring staff, and contributing to business development.

The Senior Designer will lead by example, collaborate with leadership, and uphold HDR's culture of design excellence, sustainability, and client service across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a relevant design firm environment.
• NCIDQ certificate holder is required.
• ID license in state or province where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across disciplines and market sectors to deliver projects.
• Clearly present and document design concepts to stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor project teams to achieve design excellence.
• Develop professional networks and contribute to new business opportunities.
• Participate in Formal and Informal Design Reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Client presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture

NCIDQ certificate

ID license

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Enscape

Job description

About HDR

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

Position Overview

HDR is seeking a Senior Designer, Interiors, to join our growing team and continue the legacy of providing our clients and communities with creative design solutions that enhance the health and human condition of those they serve. HDR is home to world-class expertise, and the Senior Designer serves as our team’s connection to those capabilities.

A Senior Designer embodies high standards of design excellence and innovation, integrated within the firm’s overall design strategy. Responsibilities include collaborating across disciplines and market sectors in project delivery, clearly presenting and documenting design concepts to all stakeholders, and demonstrating expert-level knowledge of the interior design process from programming through to construction administration. The role involves developing professional networks and new business opportunities, advancing your craft, mentoring team members, and providing guidance to project teams and individuals. As a Senior Designer, you will lead by example, inspire your team, and actively promote our collaborative culture.

Senior Designer, Interiors at HDR with mentorship and guidance from Interiors Leadership, will participate in the following:

• Partner with Interiors and Project Leadership to support operational plans and processes to achieve project excellence goals.
• Develop emerging Business Development skills to contribute to pursuits, client interviews, and presentations to Win New Projects/Clients.
• Advocate for improving and maintaining project excellence.
• Serve as a Role Model and Mentor, positively motivating, challenging, inspiring, and developing others to pursue Design Excellence.
• Contribute within Formal and Informal Design Reviews.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Registration/Licensure at the local level
• Developing skills in team leadership, collaboration, mentoring, motivational/organizational and people skills
• Active member in industry associations
• Sustainability Credentials/Accreditations/Certificates in the country you reside
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape
• Stronger consideration will be given to candidates with Health, Science, Higher Education, Federal and/or Civic experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in relevant design firm environment
• NCIDQ certificate holder
• ID license in state or province where applicable

Our Commitment

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Industry

Interiors

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass: Interiors

Job Posting

Oct 6, 2026