Senior Interior Architect Lead for Multifamily Design & BIM

Vivmark Residential; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Vivmark Residential seeks a Senior Manager, Interior Architect to lead technical development for interior design across new development and capital projects in its multifamily portfolio. You will coordinate with consultants, manage documentation quality, and ensure buildable, design-intent solutions that align with budgets and schedules.

The role requires 12–15 years in architecture/interior design, advanced Revit/AutoCAD skills, and leadership capabilities; NCIDQ and LEED are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Interior Design, or related field.
• 12-15 years of relevant professional experience in architecture/interior design with complex interiors.
• Experience leading projects through design development to closeout; strong coordination skills.
• Advanced knowledge of interior construction, detailing, materials, and methods.
• Strong knowledge of codes, ADA, life-safety, and MEP coordination.
• Experience with multifamily/hospitality environments preferred.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Revit, BIM coordination, Enscape, AutoCAD; Adobe Suite; SketchUp.
• NCIDQ certification and LEED accreditation preferred.
• Occasional travel within the US.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical development and execution of interior architecture for new development and renovations.
• Translate design direction into buildable solutions focusing on details and materials.
• Lead development and QC of drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate with architectural/MEP consultants to resolve conflicts pre-construction.
• Provide on-site oversight including submittals, RFIs, and field conditions.
• Mentor design team members and strengthen BIM/documentation standards.
• Manage Revit/BIM strategy and ensure design intent is delivered.

Skills

Interior Architecture

Team Leadership

BIM coordination

Design development

Education

Architecture/Interior Design degree

NCIDQ certification

LEED accreditation

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Enscape

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Vivmark Residential seeks a Senior Manager, Interior Architect to lead technical development for interior design across new development and capital projects in its multifamily portfolio. You will coordinate with consultants, manage documentation quality, and ensure buildable, design-intent solutions that align with budgets and schedules.

The role requires 12–15 years in architecture/interior design, advanced Revit/AutoCAD skills, and leadership capabilities; NCIDQ and LEED are preferred.