Technical Interior Designer (Contract / Long-Term Collaboration)

Archinect; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Aleksandra Nova Design is seeking a seasoned Technical Interior Designer to join as a long-term studio extension. This role focuses on translating design concepts into construction-ready documentation for luxury interiors across residential, hospitality, and corporate sectors in the United States.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of technical interior design experience, excels at millwork detailing, and can collaborate across architects, MEP, and contractors to deliver precise,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical interior design experience.
• High-end residential experience required.
• Commercial and hospitality experience preferred.
• Experience producing permit and construction drawing sets.
• Strong understanding of U.S. construction standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive construction documentation, including demolition, floor, furniture, and finish plans.
• Create detailed millwork and custom design documentation for kitchens, bathrooms, closets, and built-in furniture.
• Coordinate drawings with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure constructability.
• Provide construction support by reviewing shop drawings, RFIs, and resolving field conflicts.
• Maintain drawing accuracy throughout the construction process.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam Revu

Adobe Acrobat

SketchUp

Enscape

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design

Tools

MS Office / Google Workspace

Job description

About the Role

Aleksandra Nova Design is seeking an experienced Technical Interior Designer to become a long-term extension of our studio.

This is not a production drafting role.

We are looking for someone who understands how luxury interiors are built and can translate approved design concepts into coordinated, construction-ready documentation.

Our projects include high-end residential, boutique hospitality, executive offices, and luxury commercial interiors throughout the United States.

Workload will vary throughout the year, making this an ideal opportunity for an experienced professional seeking an ongoing relationship with a boutique luxury design firm.

Primary Responsibilities

You'll be responsible for developing and maintaining comprehensive construction documentation including:

Interior Construction Documentation

• Demolition Plans
• Dimension Plans
• Floor Plans
• Furniture Plans
• Reflected Ceiling Plans
• Lighting Plans
• Electrical Plans
• Finish Plans
• Interior Elevations
• Interior Sections
• Demolition Plans
• Construction Details

Millwork & Custom Design

Develop technical documentation for:

• Kitchens
• Bathrooms
• Closets
• Custom cabinetry
• Feature walls
• Fireplaces
• Reception desks
• Built-in furniture
• Custom furniture
• Decorative ceiling details
• Lighting integrations
• Stone fabrication
• Metal fabrication
• Upholstery details

Technical Coordination of drawings with:

• Architects
• Structural Engineers
• MEP Engineers
• General Contractors
• Cabinet manufacturers
• Millworkers
• Stone fabricators
• Furniture vendors
• Lighting vendors

Construction Support

During construction you will:

• Review shop drawings
• Respond to technical RFIs
• Revise documentation when required
• Resolve field conflicts
• Produce supplemental details
• Maintain drawing accuracy throughout construction

Required Qualifications

Experience

• 5+ years of technical interior design experience
• High-end residential experience required
• Commercial and hospitality experience preferred
• Experience producing permit and construction drawing sets
• Strong understanding of U.S. construction standards

Technical Knowledge

Strong understanding of:

• Interior construction methods
• Millwork detailing
• Cabinet construction
• Lighting details
• Electrical coordination
• Interior architecture
• Custom furniture detailing
• Finish transitions
• Stone detailing
• ADA fundamentals
• Building code fundamentals
• Construction sequencing

Software Requirements

Required

• AutoCAD (Expert)
• Revit (Highly Preferred)
• Bluebeam Revu
• Adobe Acrobat

Preferred

• SketchUp
• Enscape
• Microsoft Office / Google Workspace

Personal Qualities

We're looking for someone who:

• Thinks like a builder while designing like a designer.
• Notices technical conflicts before they become field issues.
• Enjoys solving complex detailing challenges.
• Produces clear, organized, contractor-friendly drawing sets.
• Takes ownership of documentation quality.
• Communicates proactively and professionally.

Our Design Process

Your role begins after the design concept has been approved by firm's creative director.

You will collaborate closely with our creative team to transform approved concepts into technically coordinated documentation suitable for construction, procurement, and installation.

Your work directly influences the quality, efficiency, and successful execution of every project.

Long-Term Contract Opportunity

We are seeking a long-term technical design partner who can become an extension of our studio.

Project workload will vary throughout the year, making this an ideal opportunity for an experienced professional who enjoys ongoing collaboration with a boutique luxury design firm.