Senior Interior Designer

Bureau of Human Affairs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Human Affairs in Houston, TX is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to lead projects from concept through completion, overseeing programming, space planning, and design development. You will curate presentations, select FF&E, and coordinate with architects, consultants, and contractors to realize design intent.

You will produce construction documentation, manage schedules, mentor junior staff, participate in design reviews, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver functional,

Qualifications

• Strong interior design and architecture skills with leadership experience.
• Expertise in space planning to support user experience and goals.
• Proficiency in construction drawings and detailed documentation.
• FF&E knowledge spanning sourcing, specification and coordination.
• Degree in interior design/architecture and several years' experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead interior design projects from concept through completion.
• Oversee programming, space planning, and design development for multiple projects.
• Prepare presentations and coordinate with architects, consultants, and contractors.
• Produce and review construction documentation; maintain schedules and quality.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to design reviews.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver functional, aesthetically compelling interiors.

Skills

Interior design leadership

Space planning

Construction drawings

FF&E coordination

Client-facing communication

Project management

Education

Degree in interior design or architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

The Senior Interior Designer will lead interior design projects from concept through completion, overseeing programming, space planning, and design development across a variety of project types. This full-time, on-site role in Houston, TX involves creating design concepts, preparing presentations, selecting FF&E, and coordinating with architects, consultants, and contractors to ensure design intent is realized. The individual will produce and review construction documentation, maintain project schedules, and uphold quality standards throughout the design process. The Senior Interior Designer will mentor junior team members, contribute to design reviews, and collaborate closely with stakeholders to deliver functional, aesthetically compelling, and client-centered interiors.

Qualifications

• Strong interior design and architecture skills, with experience leading design projects and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Expertise in space planning, with the ability to organize functional layouts that support user experience and project goals.
• Proficiency in construction drawings, including preparing detailed documentation and collaborating effectively with contractors and consultants.
• FF&E knowledge, including sourcing, specification, and coordination of furniture, fixtures, and equipment aligned with design concepts and budgets.
• A degree in interior design, architecture, or a related field, and several years of interior design experience, preferably at a senior level.
• Competency in industry-standard design and documentation software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite), plus strong communication and presentation abilities and experience with client-facing responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and collaborate in an inclusive, professional studio environment.