Technical Interior Designer (Contract / Long-Term Collaboration)

Aleksandra Nova Design Employer Chicago, IL, US (remote possible)Location: ContractType Wed, Jul 8 '26Posted on: 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 PlansDimension PlansFloor PlansFurniture PlansReflected Ceiling PlansLighting PlansElectrical PlansFinish PlansInterior ElevationsInterior SectionsDemolition PlansConstruction Details Millwork & Custom Design Develop Technical Documentation For KitchensBathroomsClosetsCustom cabinetryFeature wallsFireplacesReception desksBuilt-in furnitureCustom furnitureDecorative ceiling detailsLighting integrationsStone fabricationMetal fabricationUpholstery details Technical Coordination Of Drawings With ArchitectsStructural EngineersMEP EngineersGeneral ContractorsCabinet manufacturersMillworkersStone fabricatorsFurniture vendorsLighting vendors Construction Support During Construction You Will Review shop drawingsRespond to technical RFIsRevise documentation when requiredResolve field conflictsProduce supplemental detailsMaintain drawing accuracy throughout construction Experience Required Qualifications 5+ years of technical interior design experienceHigh-end residential experience requiredCommercial and hospitality experience preferredExperience producing permit and construction drawing setsStrong understanding of U.S. construction standards Technical Knowledge Strong Understanding Of Interior construction methodsMillwork detailingCabinet constructionLighting detailsElectrical coordinationInterior architectureCustom furniture detailingFinish transitionsStone detailingADA fundamentalsBuilding code fundamentalsConstruction sequencing Software Requirements Required AutoCAD (Expert)Revit (Highly Preferred)Bluebeam RevuAdobe Acrobat Preferred SketchUpEnscapeMicrosoft 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. View your Application History