Senior Interior Designer | Workplace Design (Charlotte, NC)

Bespoke Careers; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) and profit sharing

Employee stock ownership opportunities

Paid holidays and paid time off

Professional development support

Job summary

Bespoke Careers is seeking a Senior Interior Designer for its Charlotte, NC office to lead workplace interior design projects for high-profile clients. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in corporate workplace design, a strong design sensibility, and proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, Enscape, and the Adobe Creative Suite.

NCIDQ is preferred but not required. You will manage projects from programming through construction documentation, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across disciplines in a

Qualifications

• Bachelors or master's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or a related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience in corporate workplace design or interior architecture.
• Portfolio demonstrating programming through construction documentation and completed projects.
• Experience developing and presenting design concepts, balancing client feedback with budgets and constraints.
• NCIDQ certification preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of sustainability principles, universal design, and current workplace design trends.
• Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, Enscape, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of workplace interior design projects, from programming and concept development through space planning, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration.
• Develop creative, strategic design solutions that respond to client goals, project requirements, budgets, and schedules.
• Create 3D models, renderings, and compelling visual presentations to communicate design concepts.
• Develop interior architectural drawings, including finish plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, details, specifications, and schedules.
• Coordinate with core and shell teams, consultants, vendors, furniture dealers, and fabricators to ensure cohesive project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, incorporating feedback and guiding clients through the design process.
• Mentor and support junior team members while contributing to a collaborative, interdisciplinary design environment.
• Participate in office initiatives and contribute to the continued growth and creative development of the team.

Skills

Workplace design

Revit

SketchUp

Enscape

Adobe Creative Suite

Client relations

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

Interior Design degree

NCIDQ (preferred)

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

Enscape

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

A nationally recognized architecture and design firm is seeking a talented Senior Interior Designer to join its Charlotte, NC office. This is an opportunity to contribute to thoughtful, design-driven workplace projects for a diverse portfolio of high-profile clients and organizations.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of experience in workplace design or interior architecture, a strong design sensibility, and the ability to lead projects from early programming and concept development through construction documentation and completion. You'll work alongside talented, multidisciplinary teams, help shape creative solutions, and build strong relationships with clients.

Bring your design perspective to the table, with room to take on broader responsibilities as the studio and project portfolio continue to grow.

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of workplace interior design projects, from programming and concept development through space planning, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration.
• Develop creative, strategic design solutions that respond to client goals, project requirements, budgets, and schedules.
• Create 3D models, renderings, and compelling visual presentations to communicate design concepts.
• Develop interior architectural drawings, including finish plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, details, specifications, and schedules.
• Coordinate with core and shell teams, consultants, vendors, furniture dealers, and fabricators to ensure cohesive project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, incorporating feedback and guiding clients through the design process.
• Mentor and support junior team members while contributing to a collaborative, interdisciplinary design environment.
• Participate in office initiatives and contribute to the continued growth and creative development of the team.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelors or master's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or a related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience in corporate workplace design or interior architecture.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating experience across programming, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and completed projects.
• Experience developing and presenting design concepts, incorporating client feedback, and balancing creative vision with project budgets and constraints.
• NCIDQ certification preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of sustainability principles, universal design, and current workplace design trends.
• Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, Enscape, or other 3D modeling and visualization tools.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong understanding of furniture, finishes, materials, color, specifications, and procurement.
• Excellent communication, presentation, organizational, and collaboration skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

What You'll Bring

• A strong design point of view and the ability to translate ideas into thoughtful, compelling environments.
• The technical expertise to carry projects through all phases of design and delivery.
• A client-focused approach and confidence communicating design ideas and recommendations.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to share knowledge, support teammates, and contribute to the broader design culture.
• Flexibility, initiative, and an interest in continuing to grow your impact within the team.
• Based in the firm's Charlotte, NC office.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with opportunities to work alongside talented architects, designers, and other professionals.
• Exposure to innovative workplace projects and high-profile clients.
• Creative, design-focused culture that values collaboration, professional development, and thoughtful design.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary range: $90,000-130,000+, depending on experience.
• Twice-annual bonus opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability coverage, wellness benefits, and flexible spending account.
• 401(k), profit sharing, and employee stock ownership opportunities.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Professional development support, including licensing and exam expenses, license renewals, and tuition reimbursement.