Senior Interior Designer

Perkins&Will; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Dallas seeks a talented interior designer to lead all phases of the design process. The role demands proficiency in BIM, building codes, and advanced design software. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in interiors or architecture, with professional licensure and LEED GA certification. Responsibilities include mentoring staff, engaging clients, and preparing design presentations. This position offers a chance to contribute to innovative projects and collaborate in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to conduct preliminary design studies and produce contract documents.
• Field observation and measurement skills.
• Understanding of life safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the design process with a high level of proficiency.
• Initiate and create detailed design concepts and functional requirements.
• Lead collaborative teams in design reviews and charrettes.

Skills

BIM proficiency

Knowledge of building codes and guidelines

Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Advanced Revit

Conceptual modeling tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture, or related discipline

Professional interiors licensure

LEED GA within 6 months of hire

Tools

Adobe Suite

Enscape

Vray

InDesign

Photoshop

Environmental analysis software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the design process with a high level of proficiency, expertise, and creativity, while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence.
• Initiate and create detailed design concepts, developing functional requirements and project‑design criteria.
• Exhibit understanding of and leadership in the architectural design process, integrating standalone interiors projects into cohesive concepts.
• Lead interior design efforts and project teams, providing design direction and engaging clients.
• Use graphic storytelling to advance project delivery and scope.
• Participate in marketing efforts, lead design presentations to prospective clients, and develop successful client relationships.
• Prepare client presentation packages, external publications, and award submissions.
• Review work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and document compliance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Lead collaborative teams in design reviews, charrettes, and pin‑ups.
• Demonstrate strong and effective communication that inspires high team performance and creative design ideas.
• Mentor staff members.
• Coordinate effectively with clients, partners, and consultants throughout the entire project.

Qualifications

• BIM proficiency.
• Knowledge of building codes and guidelines (ADA, FGI, etc).
• Experience with programming, planning, and site analysis.
• Ability to conduct preliminary design studies and produce contract documents.
• Field observation and measurement skills.
• Understanding of life safety requirements.
• Specification of furniture and interior products, including bid packages.
• Construction contract administration and cost estimation.
• Accessibility and zoning analysis.
• Documentation of living design data, including material health.
• Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software; advanced Revit; conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, Enscape, Vray, InDesign, Photoshop, and environmental analysis software (e.g., Ladybug, Climate Studio).

Licensure, Certifications, and Education

• LEED GA within 6 months of hire.
• Professional accreditation in one area of living design (LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, PASSIVE HOUSE INC. Certified Passive House Consultant/Designer CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation).
• Professional interiors licensure.
• Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture, or a related discipline.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Perkins&Will has established and adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity Employment policy (“EEO”), which is part of the Company’s Human Resources Policy. The purpose of this EEO policy is to ensure that all employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. In some cases, local laws and regulations may provide greater protections than those outlined here, and employees will be covered by the laws of their local jurisdiction.