Senior Interior Designer & Studio Leader

Ovadia Design Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary 105,000–135,000 USD

Commission on new business

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development support

Job summary

Ovadia Interior Design and Architecture in Manhattan is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to bridge design leadership and project execution. You will craft a cohesive narrative, produce precise construction drawings, and lead site administration while protecting the schedule and budget.

You will also mentor junior designers, manage procurement, and help expand the firm’s high-end residential projects, leveraging your network and industry presence to drive growth.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of post-graduate experience in high-end residential design (NYC experience preferred).
• Bachelor's or master's degree in Interior Design or Architecture.
• Proven track record of nurturing client relationships, plus the drive to bring in new projects.
• Expert-level AutoCAD proficiency and strong studio design skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design narrative with cohesive storytelling and mood boards.
• Produce construction documents in AutoCAD with millwork, stone transitions, and code–compliant details.
• Own construction administration as site lead, attend weekly site meetings, and solve field issues with contractors.
• Wear the project manager hat by building budgets and schedules, and tracking progress.
• Guide junior team members and manage procurement lifecycle to keep budgets on point.
• Represent the company at events and build client trust through professional communication.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Presentation skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Interior Design or Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Studio Designer

ClickUp

Miro

Clockify

AI tools

Job description

Ovadia Interior Design and Architecture in Manhattan is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to bridge design leadership and project execution. You will craft a cohesive narrative, produce precise construction drawings, and lead site administration while protecting the schedule and budget.

You will also mentor junior designers, manage procurement, and help expand the firm’s high-end residential projects, leveraging your network and industry presence to drive growth.