Senior Interior Designer

Nunzio Marc DeSantis Architects; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nunzio Marc DeSantis Architects (NMDA) is seeking a Senior Interior Designer for a full-time, on-site role in Dallas, TX. You will lead interior design efforts on hospitality projects from concept through completion, developing concepts, space plans, and FF&E that align with brand standards and guest experience.

You will produce and review construction documents, coordinate with architects, consultants and vendors, manage timelines, mentor junior designers, and help refine NMDA’s design

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in large-scale hospitality projects.
• 3-4 years minimum experience in Hospitality field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit required.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Architecture or related field from an accredited university.
• Must be able to manage and produce documents on multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead interior design efforts on hospitality projects from concept through completion.
• Develop design concepts, space plans, and FF&E selections aligned with brand standards and guest experience expectations.
• Produce and review interior design and construction documentation; coordinate with architects, consultants and vendors.
• Oversee design quality throughout the project lifecycle; collaborate with clients and participate in presentations.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to refining NMDA’s design standards and processes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Project coordination

Mentoring junior designers

Leadership in fast-paced environment

Attention to design details

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Company Description Nunzio Marc DeSantis Architects (NMDA) is a hospitality-focused architecture and design firm dedicated to elevating how people escape, engage, and experience built environments. Founded in 2017 by Nunzio DeSantis, who brings over 35 years of global hospitality experience, NMDA specializes in creating distinctive hotels and resorts around the world. The firm concentrates solely on hospitality projects, enabling deep expertise without distraction from other disciplines. NMDA is committed to enhancing client experiences and building long-term partnerships with leading brand developers and owners. Its projects and designers have already been featured in notable publications, reflecting the firm’s rapid growth and industry recognition.

Role Description The Senior Interior Designer is a full-time, on-site role based in Dallas, TX, responsible for leading interior design efforts on hospitality projects from concept through completion. This role includes developing design concepts, space plans, and FF&E selections that align with project goals, brand standards, and guest experience expectations. Day-to-day responsibilities involve producing and reviewing interior design and construction documentation, coordinating with architects, consultants, and vendors, and overseeing design quality throughout the project lifecycle. The Senior Interior Designer will collaborate closely with clients, participate in presentations, and manage project timelines and deliverables to ensure design solutions are both creative and technically sound. This position also mentors junior designers and contributes to refining NMDA’s design standards and processes.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years experience in large-scale/hospitality projects
• 3-4 years minimum experience in Hospitality field
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit required
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Interior Architecture or related field from an accredited university required
• Must be able to manage and produce documents on multiple projects concurrently in a fast- paced environment with strong communication skills, both orally and written
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship