Senior Interior Designer

ZGF Architects; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k with employer match

4 weeks PTO

10 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Job summary

ZGF Architects seeks a Senior Interior Designer in Seattle, Washington, who is passionate about design excellence. The ideal candidate will possess at least 15 years of experience, lead teams, and manage client relationships while overseeing all aspects of design from ideation to execution. Proficiency in Revit, Enscape, and Adobe Creative Suite is essential. The role includes competitive benefits like medical, dental, vision coverage, and 401k matching. Salary ranges from $122,000 to $142,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the field.
• NCIDQ or AIA preferred.
• Experience managing complex clients with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in large and small-scale projects across diverse industries.
• LEED and/or WELL accreditation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Possess a knowledge of design aspects including programming and space planning.
• Collaborate with teams to develop design concepts.
• Lead programming efforts and analysis.
• Manage and mentor team members from concept design through construction administration.
• Participate in business development activities.

Skills

Team communication

Design presentation

Storytelling skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Organizational expertise

Proficient in Revit

Proficient in Enscape

Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite

Competency in programming

Competency in space planning

Experience in workplace strategy

Education

Bachelor's or higher degree in Interior Design or Architecture

Job description

Overview

ZGF is seeking a bright and driven Senior Interior Designer with a passion for design excellence to join our team in Seattle, Washington. Our ideal candidate thrives on team and client leadership. You are a creative thinker that enjoys design ideation and problem solving to realize beautiful and innovative space.

Responsibilities

• Possess a knowledge of all aspects of design, including programming, space planning, color and material research, FF&E, and lighting design.
• Collaborate with and/or manage teams to generate and develop design concepts.
• Clearly communicate design concepts visually and verbally to teams and clients.
• Lead programming efforts and analysis.
• Keenly understand design trends with a focus on workplace.
• Manage and mentor team members from concept design through construction administration.
• Assist in developing fee proposals, project schedules, and design workplans.
• Maintain and foster relationships with clients and consultants with sensitivity to project fees, budgets, schedules.
• Participate in business development activities and advise in marketing pursuits.
• Advocate for an inclusive, supportive work culture through listening, learning, and actions.

Qualifications

• A bachelor or higher degree in Interior Design or Architecture and a minimum of 15 years of experience in the field. NCIDQ or AIA preferred.
• Experience managing complex clients with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent team communication skills, design presentation, and storytelling skills.
• Communication, leadership, and organizational/managerial expertise.
• Proficient modeling with and leading projects in Revit and Enscape required.
• Proficient with the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Demonstrated competency in programming and space planning.
• Experience in large and small-scale projects across a diversity of industries.
• Strong verbal and graphic communication skills.
• Experience in workplace strategy and consulting is a plus.
• LEED and/or WELL accreditation is a plus.

Base Salary

$122,000/yr - $142,000/yr

Benefits

ZGF Employees Enjoy Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with a generous employer contribution, HSA with employer contribution, 401k with employer match, 4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays per year, paid parental and family leave programs.

Apply With

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Work samples

We know that great projects take more than a design team to become a reality. Whether you’re a finance professional, project manager, or specialist in another field, your expertise helps create a healthier, more equitable built environment. Studies show that women and people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t check every box—your skills and experiences may be exactly what we need.

ZGF Architects is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate the unique qualities and perspectives that each individual brings to our team. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply. Regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we are excited to consider qualified candidates.

If you’re ready to contribute to meaningful work, we invite you to submit your cover letter, resume, and work samples online.