Senior Interior Technical Designer

ZGF Architects; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 122,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

HSA with employer contribution

401k with employer match

4 weeks of PTO

10 paid holidays per year

Parental and family leave

Job summary

ZGF Architects is seeking a bright and driven Senior Interior Technical Designer to join our Seattle office. You will lead design efforts and mentor teams, focusing on programming, space planning, FF&E, and lighting design while delivering quality interior environments.

Expect strong Revit proficiency, collaboration with clients and consultants, and oversight from concept through construction administration. We foster inclusive culture and innovative design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher in Interior Design or Architecture; 15+ years' experience.
• NCIDQ or AIA preferred; complex client experience with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong Revit skills; knowledge of building codes and project delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor teams from concept design through construction administration.
• Develop constructability solutions to meet project challenges.
• Detail and execute construction documents with minimal supervision.
• Maintain relationships with clients and consultants; manage fees and schedules.

Skills

Team leadership

Client liaison

Communication

Graphic communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture

NCIDQ or AIA preferred

Tools

Revit

Design technology tools

Job description

ZGF is seeking a bright and driven

Senior Interior Technical 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 constructability solutions to realize beautiful and innovative space.

Senior Interior Technical Designer

you will…Possess a knowledge of all aspects of interior design, including programming, space planning, color and material research, FF&E, and lighting design. Collaborate with and manage teams to generate, develop, and deliver quality design projects with a focus on the interior built environment. Manage and mentor team members from concept design through construction administration. Manage the technical design process and documentation and supervise workflow of design staff. Develop creative technical solutions for constructability and to meet project challenges. Detail and execute construction documents with minimal supervision. Maintain and foster relationships with clients and consultants with sensitivity to project fees, budgets, schedules. 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.
• Well-rounded, strategic thinker with an integrated approach to design and technical project resolution.
• Proventrack recordof success managing complex multi-phased higher education, federal, healthcare, lab, commercial development, and/or workplace interior architecture projects.
• Deep understanding of building, zoning, energy codes, ADA, construction standards, and other regulatory requirements.
• Experience in Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, and other forms of project delivery.
• Well-rounded, strategic thinker with an integrated approach to design, management, and technical project resolution.
• Strong skills in Revit and design technology tools.
• Experience in large and small-scale projects across a diversity of industries.
• Strong verbal and graphic communication skills.
• Demonstrated competency in programming is a plus.
• LEED, WELL or FITWEL accreditation is a plus.

Base Salary Range

$122,000/yr - $142,00/yr

Benefits

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

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.

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.