Senior Interior Designer

Rockwell Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Performance reviews

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Rockwell Group in New York seeks a senior interior designer with strong leadership and design skills to lead hospitality-focused projects. The role requires 10+ years in architecture/interiors and a minimum of 5 years in hospitality design, with expertise in FF&E, OS&E, and project coordination.

Hybrid in-studio work with a comprehensive benefits package is offered. The role reports to a Studio Leader and collaborates with Directors and Project Managers to drive design excellence from concept

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in architecture or interiors
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in interior design, architecture, or relevant field
• Minimum of 5 years of hospitality design experience
• Knowledgeable in materials, finishes, millwork design, FF&E, and OS&E
• Strong experience in spec writing; knowledge of DesignSpec is preferred
• Experience with all project phases (Concept through Construction Administration), including built work
• Expertise in AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Cloud; knowledge of Rhino, Revit, Enscape, and V-Ray are preferred but not required
• Strong organizational and time management skills, as well as the ability to meet fast-paced deadlines
• Enthusiasm for working on multi-disciplinary and highly collaborative teams

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document concepts for interiors and space planning
• Sketch preliminary designs and produce visualizations from 3D models reflecting floor plans and elevations
• Create design presentations, mood boards, and material boards to convey design concepts to clients
• Prepare design specifications and coordinate with project architects and project managers to ensure design intent
• Interface with clients to determine project requirements and advise on interior design scope
• Lead and manage design team, collaborate with studio Directors and Project Managers, report status to Studio Leaders and Partners

Skills

Interior design

Project leadership

Team management

Space planning

Client collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in interior design, architecture, or relevant field

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Cloud

Rhino

Revit

Enscape

V-Ray

Job description

Based in New York with offices in Los Angeles and Madrid, Rockwell Group is an interdisciplinary architecture and design firm that emphasizes innovation and thought leadership in every project. Founded in 1984 by David Rockwell, FAIA, the 330-person firm merges performance and architecture to create extraordinary experiences and built environments across the globe. Inspired by theater, technology, and high-end craft, the firm creates a unique narrative for each project, ranging from hospitality to cultural and educational institutions to transportation hubs and Broadway sets.

Role Overview:

Rockwell Group is seeking a full-time well-rounded Senior Interior Designer with strong management and design skills (min. 5 years of hospitality design experience is required) who can lead projects and manage a design team. This position will report to a Studio Leader and work closely with Directors and other Project Managers in the studio.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and document concepts for interiors and space planning
• Sketch preliminary designs and produce visualizations from 3D models that reflect the proposed floor plans, RCPs, elevations, and FF&E
• Create design presentations, mood boards, and material boards/binders to help convey look and feel of design concepts to clients
• Prepare design specifications and coordinate with project architects and project managers to ensure project completion in compliance with design intent
• Interface with clients to determine project requirements and advise on interior design scope including space planning, furnishings, material selection, and color coordination
• Lead and manage design team, collaborate with studio Directors and Project Managers, and report project status to Studio Leaders and Partners

Requirements:

• 10 + years of experience in architecture or interiors; preferred focus on interior design
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in interior design, architecture, or relevant field
• Minimum of 5 years of hospitality design experience is required
• Knowledgeable in materials, finishes, millwork design, FF&E, and OS&E
• Strong experience in spec writing; knowledge of DesignSpec is preferred
• Experience with all project phases (Concept through Construction Administration), including built work; must have experience reviewing RFIs, shop drawings, and submittals
• Expertise in AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Cloud; knowledge of Rhino, Revit, Enscape, and V-Ray are preferred but not required
• Strong organizational and time management skills, as well as the ability to meet fast-pace and changing deadlines
• Highly motivated self-starter with an attention to detail
• Enthusiasm for working on multi-disciplinary and highly collaborative teams

This is a full-time, in-studio position with hybrid/work-from-home flexibility, provided it does not interfere with responsibilities and complies with current office policy outlined in the Rockwell Group Handbook. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience ranging from $110,000 to $160,000 excluding bonuses and other benefits. This is a good faith estimate based on the expectations laid out in the job description. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and yearly performance reviews.

Rockwell Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.