Senior Interior Designer

Actalent; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Senior Interior Designer with 10-15 years of experience to lead projects from concept through construction completion. The role emphasizes design leadership, client management, and collaboration with internal teams, consultants, and clients on high-tech campuses, government facilities, industrial, and office environments.

The position is hybrid, based in Lakewood, CO, with opportunities to own projects and mentor junior staff while delivering highly detailed design

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of professional interior design experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or related field.
• Experience leading projects from design through construction completion.
• Strong client-facing and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Revit.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of IBC and accessibility codes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed interior design concepts and solutions.
• Establish project design criteria and functional requirements.
• Lead interior design project teams through all project phases.
• Present design concepts and solutions to clients and stakeholders; coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams.
• Inspire and mentor junior staff members.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Balance multiple projects ranging in size and complexity.
• Produce compelling digital presentations and design storytelling materials.
• Ensure project goals, deadlines, and quality standards are achieved.

Skills

Interior design leadership

Client management

Presentation skills

Project management

Revit proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design

Tools

Revit

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

We are seeking an experiencedSenior Interior Designer with 10-15 years of experience to lead projects from concept through construction completion. This individual will be responsible for evaluating and solving design challenges across a variety of project types and sizes while serving as a key contributor to project success.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of design leadership, technical expertise, and client management skills. You will collaborate closely with internal project teams, consultants, and clients to deliver innovative, functional, and highly detailed design solutions.

Projects include high-tech campuses, government facilities, industrial environments, clean rooms, laboratories, and corporate office spaces, with approximately 75-80% of current work focused on industrial and office projects. These projects require a balance of creative design thinking and technical expertise, offering the opportunity to work on highly detailed, design-driven environments from concept through construction. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting, enjoys taking ownership of projects, and is passionate about delivering innovative, high-quality design solutions.

Work Environment

• This is a hybrid position within a collaborative, design-focused office environment
• Hybrid schedule with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote
• Employees may choose their in-office days and maintain a consistent schedule
• Typical work week is 40 hours
• Opportunities for occasional remote flexibility, including working while traveling during holidays
• Involvement across all project phases from Schematic Design through Construction Administration
• Participation in client meetings, site visits, as-builts, and consultant coordination
• This role offers significant autonomy and responsibility, with opportunities to lead projects and make meaningful contributions within a highly collaborative team environment

Why You Should Be Interested

This position offers the opportunity to work on highly technical, design-driven projects while enjoying the benefits of a close-knit, team-oriented culture.

Benefits & Perks

• 4 weeks of PTO plus paid holidays
• Hybrid work flexibility
• NCIDQ sponsorship assistance
• Lunch & Learn programs
• Free breakfast every Tuesday
• Showroom tours and project site visits
• Strong focus on work-life balance with a typical 40-hour work week
• 401(k) with company matching
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Culture

You’ll join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and professional growth. The environment is casual, fast-paced, and goal-oriented, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and relationship building. Regular team activities, office events, celebrations, and employee interest groups help create a fun and supportive workplace where people genuinely enjoy working together.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed interior design concepts and solutions
• Establish project design criteria and functional requirements
• Lead interior design project teams through all project phases
• Present design concepts and solutions to clients and stakeholdersCoordinate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams
• Inspire and mentor junior staff members
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables
• Balance multiple projects simultaneously, ranging in size and complexity
• Produce compelling digital presentations and design storytelling materials
• Ensure project goals, deadlines, and quality standards are achieved

Qualifications

Must Have

• 10-15 years of professional interior design experience
• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or a related field
• Experience leading projects from design through construction completion
• Strong client-facing and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Revit
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of IBC and accessibility codes

Nice to Have

• NCIDQ certification
• Commercial interior design experience
• Experience with industrial, laboratory, clean room, or high-tech projects
• Experience working on government or aerospace-related facilities
• Previous mentoring or team leadership experience
• Advanced graphic design, visualization, and presentation skills

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lakewood, CO.