Senior Interior Designer

Senior Interior Designer Location: Greater Dallas Area Working Style: In-Studio with Project Site Visits Are you a confident interior designer who loves owning projects from concept to completion? We’re looking for a Senior Interior Designer who is equal parts creative visionary and organized project driver, someone who wants to lead, not just participate. This is a studio where the culture is connected, happy, fun, relaxed, and trusting, and where the team genuinely enjoys working together and the projects they create. Senior Designers are empowered to take the reins as the creative director and primary client contact on their projects, with strong team support behind them to help execute the details. If you thrive in an environment where autonomy, creativity, and collaboration coexist, this could be your next home. What Defines Success in This Role Strong organization and the ability to independently run projects Creative confidence and design leadership Excellent AutoCAD and technical documentation skills Comfort working on construction sites and solving real-time design challenges Confidence in discussing budgets and financial decisions with clients and vendors Desire to truly own projects as their leader What You’ll Do Lead residential design projects from concept through installation with minimal supervision Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, builders, and vendors Develop story-driven, lifestyle-centered design concepts aligned with the studio’s aesthetic Create mood boards, hand sketches, and space plans (3D rendering is a plus) Collaborate with CAD designers to develop detailed construction documentation Manage project budgets, schedules, programming, and time & materials tracking (Studio Designer) Select and specify finishes, materials, furniture, and fixtures appropriate to project scope and client level Mentor and delegate to junior team members Lead client presentations, project meetings, and site visits Coordinate with contractors and consultants and resolve construction-related design challenges Review shop drawings and submittals and support construction administration Administer contracts, bids, and negotiations Organize project priorities, team tasks, and timelines across multiple projects Qualifications 5+ years of residential interior design experience Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design or Architecture Proven ability to deliver projects on time and on budget Strong understanding of the full design process, including FF&E specification and project management Proficiency in AutoCAD, Studio Designer, Asana, Photoshop, and PowerPoint Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills Knowledge of cabinetry design, building systems, and codes is a plus Ability to work autonomously while remaining highly collaborative Resilience, problem-solving ability, and strong critical thinking skills Why this opportunity: Senior Designers here aren’t just executors; they are leaders, storytellers, and creative directors. You’ll have the ownership, trust, and support to do your best work while growing professionally within a positive, energized team environment. The Culture & Environment Connected & Supportive: A team that collaborates and shares ideas freely Happy & Fun: People genuinely enjoy their work and each other Relaxed & Trusting: Leadership empowers designers to lead projects with autonomy Creative & Service-Oriented: Beautiful design paired with exceptional client experience For immediate review and consideration, contact: Alexandra "Alex" Davis - Alex@InteriorTalent.com Interior Talent, Inc Since its founding in 2003, Interior Talent has evolved into one of the leading talent recruitment and retention firms for the Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, Retail, and Manufacturing industries. Our defined area of expertise and ability to continually adapt to the unique needs of our clients allow us to provide focused, individualized service. For all active Interior Talent job listings, please visit Jobs.InteriorTalent.com CONFIDENTIALITY & PROFESSIONALISM: We assist with the entire process so that looking into a new opportunity is discreet and confidential – we highly value your current position and will never do anything that would bring your future into jeopardy EXPERTISE: In the industry since 2003 - we are your advocate, and WE GET IT – we know making a career decision is difficult, and we’re here for you throughout the whole process www.InteriorTalent.com