Senior Interior Designer

dagarchitects; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DAG Architects is seeking a full-time Senior Interior Designer to lead interior design projects from concept through completion, overseeing design development, client coordination, and project delivery. This role involves making key design decisions, managing budgets and timelines, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring design quality, compliance, and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities include managing projects from initial client meetings to final walkthroughs, collaborating on programming,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in interior design or related field from a CIDA-accredited program.
• 8–10 years of professional interior design experience (internship acceptable).
• NCIDQ certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead interior design projects from concept to completion, guiding design development and delivery.
• Collaborate on multiple projects, including programming, space planning, schematic to construction.
• Prepare contract documents: floor plans, reflected ceilings, millwork, furniture layouts, finishes.
• Research materials and suppliers, emphasizing sustainable solutions and cost control.
• Create presentation materials and digital/physical models for client presentations.
• Mentor junior staff and coordinate with consultants.
• Manage budgets and timelines, ensuring quality and client satisfaction.

Skills

Organizational skills

Sustainable design

Commercial project experience

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in interior design or related field (CIDA accredited)

NCIDQ certification

Tools

SketchUp

Revit

AutoCAD

Lumion

Enscape

Adobe Suite

Job description

DAG Architects is seeking a full-time Senior Interior Designer to lead interior design projects from concept through completion, overseeing design development, client coordination, and project delivery. This role involves making key design decisions, managing budgets and timelines, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring design quality, compliance, and client satisfaction.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage projects from initial client meetings to final walkthroughs, translating needs into designs.
• Collaborate on multiple projects concurrently, including programming, space planning, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration
• Prepare accurate contract documents such as floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, millwork drawings, furniture layouts, finish plans, and schedules.
• Research manufacturers and assist in the selection of colors, finishes, materials, furniture, and lighting, with a focus on sustainable solutions
• Create presentation materials, diagrams, and physical and mostly digital models for client presentations
• Support project teams and studio initiatives, collaborating with consultants and partners as required
• Mentor and supervise junior designers.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Exposure to sustainable design practices and materials
• Experience working on small to mid-size commercial projects including education, hospitality, multi-family, healthcare and more.
• Education and Experience: · Bachelor’s degree in interior design or related field from CIDA accredited program
• 8-10 years of professional experience (internship experience acceptable)
• Must have NCIDQ certification
• Professional experience and proficient Senior design software (SketchUp, Revit, AutoCAD, Lumion. Enscape, Adobe Suite)
• Strong knowledge of construction documentation and detailing
• Knowledge of FF&E, materials, and finish specifications

Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds