Senior Interior Designer

ZGF is seeking a passionate Senior Interior Designer to join our team in our New York City office. We are looking for strong leaders and thoughtful designers with excellent communication and technical skills to join our vibrant and diverse culture of designers, planners, strategists, and industry thought leaders. The ideal candidate will have 10 years of leadership experience in an interior design or architecture firm with a focus on commercial interiors clients.

As a Senior Interior Designer, you will…

• Possess a knowledge of all aspects of interior design, including programming, space planning, color and material research, FF&E and lighting design.
• Manage the design process and supervise the workflow of design staff.
• Clearly communicate design concepts visually and verbally to teams and clients.
• Manage and mentor team members from concept design through construction administration.
• Foster and maintain relationships with clients and consultants.
• Assist in developing fee proposals and project schedules, as well as projecting staffing needs to ensure design success.
• Participate in business development activities and advise in marketing pursuits.
• Advocate for an inclusive, supportive work culture through listening, learning and acting.

Qualifications:

• A professional degree in Interior Design or Architecture and a minimum of 10 years of related interiors experience.
• Experience managing complex clients with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in large and small-scale projects across a diversity of industries.
• Strong verbal and graphic communication skills.
• Demonstrated competency in programming and space planning.
• Strong skills in Revit and design technology tools.
• NCIDQ certification and/or architectural licensure is strongly preferred.
• LEED, WELL, and/or FITWEL accreditation are strongly preferred.

Base Salary Range:

$110,000/yr - $150,000/yr based on skills and experience level.  

Benefits:

ZGF Employees Enjoy Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with a generous employer contribution, HSA with employer contribution, 401k with employer match, 4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays per year, paid parental and family leave programs.

Apply With: 

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Portfolio

We know that great projects take more than a design team to become a reality. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t check every box—your skills and experiences may be exactly what we need.

ZGF Architects is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate the unique qualities and perspectives that each individual brings to our team. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply. Regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we are excited to consider qualified candidates.

If you're ready to contribute to meaningful work, we invite you to submit your cover letter and resume and works samples online.

Salary : $110,000 - $150,000