Senior Interior Designer

WENDEL Companies; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 107,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

A nationally recognized Architecture and Engineering firm is seeking a Senior Interior Designer for their Richmond, VA office. This role entails overseeing the design and delivery of diverse commercial interior projects while leading programming efforts and managing construction documentation. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience, a Bachelor’s in interior design, and NCIDQ certification. Competitive compensation and a focus on work-life balance are offered, along with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional interior design experience with commercial project leadership.
• Strong working knowledge of building codes and industry standards.
• Proven client-facing experience with excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead programming and space planning efforts.
• Manage and produce construction documents.
• Oversee the design and delivery of commercial interior projects.

Skills

Proficiency in Revit

Microsoft Office Suite

Bluebeam Revu

3D rendering capabilities

Client-facing experience

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in interior design

NCIDQ Certification

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

Wendel is a nationally recognized Architecture, Engineering, Energy Efficiency, and Construction Management firm that partners with public and private clients to deliver integrated, thoughtful solutions for facility and infrastructure projects. Our full-service, in-house expertise allows us to approach technically complex projects holistically while fostering a collaborative, innovative culture. With multiple regional offices, Wendel offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects while making a meaningful impact.

Wendel is currently seeking a Senior Interior Designer to join our Richmond, VA office. Our interior design practice spans corporate, healthcare, higher education, transportation, and government markets, offering engaging and varied project opportunities. Consistently recognized as a “Best Place to Work” and a “Healthiest Employer,” Wendel is committed to supporting our employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong focus on work-life balance.

This senior‑level, full‑time position is ideal for an experienced design professional ready to lead projects, mentor team members, and strengthen client partnerships. The Senior Interior Designer will be responsible for overseeing the overall design and delivery of commercial interior projects from programming through construction administration, while playing a key role in maintaining and expanding client relationships. This position offers clear potential to transition into a management role for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead programming and space planning efforts
• Perform and oversee field verification and existing conditions documentation
• Manage and produce construction documents
• Direct finish and furniture selection, specifications, and client presentations
• Lead construction administration efforts and coordination
• Maintain and strengthen long‑term client relationships
• Support business development and repeat work initiatives
• Mentor and guide junior design staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in interior design is required
• 15+ years of professional interior design experience, with commercial project leadership
• NCIDQ Certification is required
• Proficiency in Revit, Microsoft Office Suite, and Bluebeam Revu
• Strong working knowledge of building codes and industry standards
• Proven client‑facing experience with excellent communication and leadership skills
• 3D rendering capabilities preferred
• Experience with InDesign, SketchUp, and Photoshop is a plus

What We Offer

• Employee‑focused culture and collaborative work environment
• Work‑life balance, including:
  • Hybrid work policy
  • Flexible work arrangements
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • HSA and FSA options
• Career advancement opportunities, including leadership and management pathways
• Professional and career development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parking reimbursement
• Wellness programs and health stipend

Salary Range: $93,000-$107,400

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market‑informed compensation. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

Hear from Our Team: We asked our employees to share what they love most about working at Wendel, and the overwhelming response was that everyone loves working in an environment where the team has each other’s backs. They also liked our flexible, hybrid work policy. With nationwide project and office locations, Wendel presents the opportunity to work on an exciting variety of projects with a diverse group of clients. They said they like our respect‑based and team‑oriented culture, and our transparent communication philosophy.

Helping our employees reach their professional goals is important to us, and we take pride in providing a variety of professional development opportunities. We utilize an annual career development process, for every employee that ensures career mobility, growth, and company ownership potential.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Wendel is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and provides a drug‑free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. We are a VEVRAA federal contractor and request priority referrals of protected veterans.