Senior Interior Designer

Davin Interiors; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Flexible PTO

Free on-site parking

Location in Pittsburgh Strip District

Job summary

Davin Interiors in Pittsburgh is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to lead high-end residential projects, from concept through installation, in collaboration with Principals. This role combines independent project leadership with close teamwork across design, architecture, and vendors.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in luxury residential design, expertise in kitchens and baths, strong knowledge of residential construction, and proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in high-end residential interior design.
• Significant experience designing kitchens and bathrooms.
• Strong understanding of residential construction, detailing, and project execution.
• Extensive knowledge of luxury furnishings, textiles, materials, and trade resources.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead projects and manage client relationships.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit, with the ability to review and direct technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential design projects from concept through installation, independently managing assigned projects while collaborating with the firm's principals on larger engagements.
• Develop thoughtful, cohesive design concepts encompassing architectural details, finishes, furnishings, lighting, and accessories.
• Design kitchens, bathrooms and other detailed interior spaces.
• Lead space planning, furniture layouts, material selections, and custom furniture development.
• Design and review technical drawings, elevations, specifications, and design presentations.
• Proactively manage projects, balancing creative vision with budgets and timelines.
• Collaborate with architects, builders, fabricators, vendors, and trades to resolve design challenges and ensure design intent is carried through to execution.
• Oversee design details throughout construction, procurement, and installation.
• Serve as a primary design contact for clients on assigned projects.
• Lead design presentations and guide clients through decisions.
• Collaborate with principals, designers, and project managers.
• Maintain a high standard of design quality and client experience across all projects.

Skills

High-end residential design

Kitchen and bath design

Residential construction & detailing

Luxury furnishings & textiles

Lead projects & manage clients

AutoCAD or Revit proficiency

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Davin Interiors is a family-owned luxury residential interior design firm based in Pittsburgh, creating thoughtful, timeless homes for our clients. Our work spans full-scale renovations, custom new builds, and whole-home decorating projects.

We also operate Interior Arts, a curated furniture and design showroom in Pittsburgh’s Strip District, expanding how clients engage with design while supporting both residential projects and showroom-driven work.

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Interior Designer with a strong background in high-end residential design, including both construction and furnishings. This role offers the opportunity to independently lead residential projects while also collaborating closely with the firm's principals on larger, more complex homes.

The ideal candidate has a sophisticated design sensibility, extensive knowledge of residential construction and detailing, and the confidence to guide clients through the design process from initial concept to final installation.

We welcome experienced designers from a variety of professional backgrounds, including those with independent practices who are interested in joining a collaborative team with the resources and infrastructure to support their work.

What You’ll Do

Design Development & Execution

• Lead residential design projects from concept through installation, independently managing assigned projects while collaborating with the firm's principals on larger engagements.


• Develop thoughtful, cohesive design concepts encompassing architectural details, finishes, furnishings, lighting, and accessories.


• Design kitchens, bathrooms and other detailed interior spaces.


• Lead space planning, furniture layouts, material selections, and custom furniture development.


• Design and review technical drawings, elevations, specifications, and design presentations.


• Proactively manage projects, anticipating needs, driving decisions forward, and balancing creative vision with project budgets, timelines, and client expectations.


• Collaborate closely with architects, builders, fabricators, vendors, and trades to resolve design challenges and ensure design intent is carried through execution.


• Oversee design details throughout construction, procurement, and installation.


• Serve as a primary design contact for clients on assigned projects.


• Lead design presentations and confidently guide clients through decisions.


• Collaborate with the firm's principals, designers, and project managers.


• Maintain a consistently high standard of design quality and client experience across all projects.

What We’re Looking For:

Required

• 8+ years of professional experience in high-end residential interior design.


• Significant experience designing kitchens and bathrooms.


• Strong understanding of residential construction, detailing, and project execution.


• Extensive knowledge of luxury furnishings, textiles, materials, and trade resources.


• Demonstrated ability to independently lead projects and manage client relationships.


• Proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit, with the ability to review and direct technical drawings.

Personal Qualities

• Strong creative instincts paired with technical rigor


• Confident, professional, and collaborative


• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-standard design environment


• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach, with the confidence to take ownership of projects and independently navigate design and execution challenges


• Competitive salary based on experience


• 401(k) with employer match


• Flexible PTO


• Location: Our showroom and offices are located in Pittsburgh’s vibrant Strip District


• Free on-site parking


• Flexible, creative work environment with opportunity for growth within a rapidly expanding brand

Why Join Davin Interiors?

We believe the most successful projects are built through thoughtful collaboration, creativity, and a shared commitment to exceptional design. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful residential projects while working alongside an experienced team on larger, complex homes.

For designers who have built independent practices, we welcome the opportunity to discuss transitioning into an established firm where they can focus on design and client relationships while benefiting from a collaborative team and operational support.