Senior Designer, Interiors, Healthcare

HDR, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Designer, Interiors in Columbus, Ohio to join our growing team and advance design excellence from programming through construction administration.

You will lead cross-disciplinary collaboration and mentor staff while delivering high-quality interior design solutions for health and human environments. As a senior contributor, you will develop client relationships, contribute to business development pursuits, and promote sustainable design practices while upholding

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture or closely related field.
• Active Interior Design Certificate holder or Registered Architect in the country you reside.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a design firm environment.
• Skilled in Revit and Bluebeam.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across disciplines and market sectors to deliver projects.
• Present and document design concepts to stakeholders from programming through construction administration.
• Develop networks and new business opportunities; mentor team members and guide project teams.
• Lead design reviews and promote HDR's brand and design excellence.
• Support operations and processes to achieve project excellence; contribute to pursuits and client interviews.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Rhino

Enscape

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design/Interior Architecture/Architecture

Active Interior Design Certificate or Registered Architect

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

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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'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
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.

Our Columbus-based team is seeking an individual with a high drive for creative design. As part of our young and growing local practice, you will be encouraged to help build our local 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.
• Support Office Environments to promote Design Excellence and HDR’s brand.
• Promote HDR to potential candidates and assist in the interview process for new hires, as appropriate.
• Demonstrate Technical Knowledge related to the creation and completion of documents and details across all project phases.
• Encourage Sustainable approaches and practices to foster healthy environments and promote the well‑being of occupants.
• Collaborate and Co‑create ideas and concepts within a team and across disciplines, ensuring successful project delivery at all scales and complexities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino, Enscape, or equivalent software
• NCIDQ certification
• 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
• Stronger consideration will be given to candidates with Health experience
• Subject matter expertise in pediatrics and behavioral health environments
• IIDA credential

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture (from an accredited school) or closely related field
• Active Interior Design Certificate holder or Registered Architect in the country you reside
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in relevant design firm environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs
• Skilled in Revit and Bluebeam
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-Ohio-Columbus

Industry

Interiors

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Health ARC

Job Posting

Oct 21, 2026

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

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity Employe r.
We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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