Senior Interior Designer

Full-Service Residential Design & Construction Company Del Mar, California | On-Site Full-Time This role requires a minimum of 7+ years of hands-on residential interior design experience. Please do not apply if your background is primarily real estate, staging, or commercial design ABOUT US We are a full-service interior design studio based in Del Mar, California, specializing in new construction and full-scope renovation projects for luxury residential homes. We work across a wide range of client styles and take pride in creating spaces that are as functional as they are beautiful. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a Senior Designer who is ready to show up, contribute meaningfully and help us raise the bar on everything we do. THE OPPORTUNITY This is a senior-level design position for someone who thrives with minimal guidance, has built strong expertise and seeks a studio where their work is highly impactful. You will own projects from concept through installation, collaborate closely with our team and trades and be a primary point of contact for clients. You bring the experience — we bring the projects, the culture and the room to grow. WHO YOU ARE We can teach software and processes. What we cannot teach is the judgment, presence and work ethic that makes a great designer. The right person for this role: Reads a room quickly — you pick up on what a client needs, what a project requires and what the team is working through, often before anyone says a word Thinks ahead and acts on it — you notice what needs to happen next and take care of it without being asked Communicates clearly and professionally — your emails, your meeting notes and your conversations with clients and trades positively reflects our studio. Keeps things moving — you manage your time well, juggle competing priorities without drama and follow through on what you say you will do Sharp attention to detail — you catch things others miss and you care about getting it right, whether it is a spec sheet, a material selection or a site visit Brings good energy — you are collaborative, easy to be around and the kind of person who makes the team better Takes ownership — when something is yours, you see it through; when something goes sideways, you solve it EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Required 7+ years of interior design experience working in the field and in a studioStrong residential project portfolio demonstrating range in style and project scopeSolid knowledge of construction sequencing and how design decisions affect the buildDeep familiarity with interior furnishings, vendors and the procurement processProject management experience — you have run a project from kickoff to installProficiency in Revit or AutoCADStrong technical skills including space planning, code compliance and construction detailingProfessional email etiquette and client communication skills Preferred College degree in interior design or a closely related fieldExperience with Studio Designer or similar design management softwareSketchUp proficiency or hand-sketching abilityExperience in Google Workplace, Microsoft Office and Apple iWorkVendor knowledge WHAT YOU WILL DO Design & Projects Lead projects from concept development through final installation, maintaining design intent at every stageDevelop space plans, design concepts, material palettes, FF&E selections and construction documentsPrepare and present client presentations — budget sheets, interior schedules, renderings and material boardsConduct site visits to review progress, coordinate with trades and ensure execution meets the design Client & Team Serve as a primary client contact — managing expectations, communicating updates and building trust throughout the project Lead team collaborationCollaborate closely with our small but mighty teamRepresent the studio professionally Operations Manage FF&E procurement including pricing, purchase orders, and order trackingMaintain accurate project documentation including specs, schedules, and correspondenceContribute to a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement WHAT WE OFFER On-site full-time schedule : Monday–Thursday 8am–5:00pm, Friday 8am–12pmSalary based on experienceMedical benefitsPTO, paid holidays and sick time401k matching after 1 year anniversaryA studio with an ocean viewA team that takes their work seriously and has a good time doing itReal opportunity to grow with a studio that is expanding HOW TO APPLY Please submit the following to be considered: Cover letter — tell us about your background and include the names of two interior designers whose work you admire and why ResumePortfolio or work samples that represent your best residential work