Sr Interior Design Professional

HOK Group, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO

Parental leave

Flexible work schedule

Work from home Mondays and Fridays

Job summary

HOK in Seattle is seeking an experienced interior designer to participate in complex projects. You will assist the project team through multiple phases, developing practical and aesthetic concepts aligned with client goals and budgets.

Responsibilities include space planning, material specification, color coordination, and sustainable design. You will create 2D/3D renderings, support client presentations, and coordinate with vendors and contractors.

Qualifications

• Experience in interior design projects and ability to work with project teams.
• Strong space planning and layout development capabilities.
• Ability to prepare and present design concepts to clients.

Responsibilities

• Keep the project or a phase on schedule.
• Select and specify interior architectural materials, finishes, furniture, lighting, and artwork.
• Develop design concepts that meet client goals and budget.
• Conduct space planning and layout studies.
• Coordinate color and material palettes.
• Incorporate sustainable design solutions.
• Render 2D/3D presentation drawings and concepts.
• Prepare client presentations and updates.
• Support documentation during schematic and design development.
• Assist with procurement and subcontracting coordination.
• Communicate with disciplines, vendors, and contractors to align requirements.
• Apply HOK standards across projects.
• Mentor less experienced staff and participate in interviews for hires.

Skills

Interior design

Project coordination

Space planning

Client presentations

Education

LEED credential

Job description

Posted Monday, March 23, 2026 at 7:00 AM

HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose.

Performs complex interior design assignments receiving specific and detailed instruction as to tasks required and results expected. Responsible for working with the project team to assist overall effort of completing various project phases.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for keeping the project, or a phase of a project, on schedule.
• Responsible for selection and specification of all interior architectural materials and finishes, furniture, lighting and artwork.
• Develops innovative design concepts which are practical, aesthetic, safe and conducive to intended purposes and function which is reflective of client goals and within project budget.
• Conducts programming efforts such as space planning, layout and utilization of furnishings and equipment, lighting and color coordination.
• Coordinates color and material palettes.
• Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Renders conceptual design ideas and prepares 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings.
• Prepares and conducts client presentations.
• Prepares, corrects and updates documents during schematic design and design development phases.
• Solicits bids and assists Project Manager and client in subcontracting fabrication, installation, and arrangement of the materials, finishes, and furnishings required.
• Responsible for communication with other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements and provides support as necessary.
• Implements and utilizes HOK Standards for all projects and processes.
• May provide support to all team members for specific field, style, or phase of interior design expertise.
• May mentor and direct the work of less experienced staff and deliver staff performance evaluations.
• May participate in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.

Education & Experience

• 3 plus years’ experience; or equivalent in appropriate education and experience required.
• LEED credential required within 12 months of employment.

HOK is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits plan to meet their current and future needs. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(K) savings plans; disability, life and accident insurance; paid time off (PTO); and parental leave. In addition, HOK employees enjoy a flexible work schedule with the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.

HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets.