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Senior Interior Designer
Location: Cincinnati, OH 45202
Department: Interiors
Employment Type: Full-Time
About KZF Design
KZF Design is a multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, and planning firm proudly recognized as one of Cincinnati’s Top 100 Places to Work since 2021. We are passionate about creating spaces that serve, inspire, and strengthen communities. Join a team where your voice matters and your work makes a difference.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Interior Designer to lead complex architectural projects from concept through completion. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong design sensibility, technical expertise, and proven leadership in managing teams, clients, and consultants.
Key Responsibilities
- Help our clients achieve their goals
- Work with Senior Interior Designers and Project Managers to meet KZF goals and objectives
- Seek advice and counsel from Project Team and Director of Interior Design Services as needed
- Support Project Team and Director of Interior Design with assigned projects or activities
- Lead and mentor supporting designers on team
- Interface with all professional disciplines assigned to the project to coordinate the Interior Design work
- Work with the Director and/or Project Team to establish design parameters consistent with the project scope
- Over sees and participates in developing budget for hours for projects
- Prepare design documents as required for all phases of design (concept, schematic, design development, construction documents)
- Conduct field investigations as required to understand project requirements
- Prepare building interior design studies as required
- Assist with researching building materials and systems and select appropriate items for incorporation into the design
- Maintain a general knowledge of architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural, fire protection and telecom building systems; coordinate these systems with the interior design
- Prepare documents in conformance with KZF standards and quality control requirements
- Assist in the development and maintenance of interior design standards as assigned by the Director of Project
- Support Business Development activities, including marketing proposals, interviews, conference attendance, etc.
- Ambassador and steward of the firm’s portfolio of work with ability to guide and educate others
- Be able to prepare and set up presentations, FF&E standards, bid documents, material binders required by project
- Promote design knowledge within the interior design group.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in interior design
- Adhere to a budget and timelines
- Able to manage junior and intermediate designers on team
- Experience producing Interior Design and construction documents in an A/E consulting firm
- Proficiency in REVIT (preferred)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, SketchUp, ENSCAPE, visualization skills
- Comfortable with a broad range of projects in design types
- Familiarity and experience working with building codes
- Familiarity with building design, and knowledge of material and furniture
- Proactive and assertive in problem solving
- Comfortable working on parallel assignments and working on multiple projects at a time.
- Comfortable working in teams and making group presentations
- Familiarity with A/E industry BIM standards a plus
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation a plus
- LEED certification, and WELL AP a plus
- To manage confidential, and sensitive information
- Good written and oral communications skills; fluent in speaking, reading and writing in English
- Willing to travel for work
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Commercial, Industrial and Mixed-Use Developments including Civic, Public Safety, Education, Healthcare, etc.
- LEED accreditation or other sustainability credentials
- Familiarity with Deltek, Bluebeam, or other project management tools
Why Join KZF Design?
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Commitment to design excellence and community impact
Benefits
- 🏥 Medical & Dental Insurance
- 💼 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
- 📅 Paid Time Off & Holidays
- 📚 Professional Development Support
- 🤝 Collaborative, Inclusive Work Culture
- 🏆 Recognition as one of Cincinnati’s Top 100 Places to Work since 2021
To Apply:
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio (if applicable) to www.kzf.com/careers
KZF Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.