Senior Interior Designer

Overview:

Senior Interior Designer

Location: Sacramento, CA

Join HGA and collaborate with industry thought leaders in design, sustainability, and architectural innovation. We’re looking for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Interior Designer with experience leading projects and directing teams to join HGA's Sacramento, CA interior design practice. If you're passionate about creating exceptional interiors and ready to take on a leadership role, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do:

• Lead interior design efforts on multiple projects from conceptual design through to construction.

• Collaborate with clients, contractors, consultants, and city agencies to ensure smooth project execution.

• Develop and manage design programming, planning, and interior design strategies to meet client goals.

• Oversee project schedules, budgets, and delivery timelines to ensure high-quality results.

• Ensure designs meet building accessibility codes, exiting, and life safety requirements.

• Communicate effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

In this role you will:

• Lead interior design efforts on multiple projects from conceptual design through to construction.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, consultants, and city agencies to ensure smooth project execution.
• Develop and manage design programming, planning, and interior design strategies to meet client goals.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, and delivery timelines to ensure high-quality results.
• Research materials and concepts to advise and support design team on technical issues influencing interior design concept development.
• Work within project schedules to prioritize tasks and coordinate the completion of documentation required from initial design phase through final project completion.
• Ensure designs meet building accessibility codes, exiting, and life safety requirements.
• Communicate effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

What you will need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field from an accredited program.
• 15+ years of professional experience in interior design, including prior Project Management experience.
• NCIDQ or CID accreditation required.
• Proven leadership and project management skills with a track record of successfully delivering projects.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both team members and clients.
• Ability to oversee and be responsible for all aspects of project delivery, ensuring timely and quality results.
• Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, and other industry-standard software, alongside expertise in Microsoft Office products.

Salary Information:

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary Range: $102,000 - $121,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

Additional Information:

HGA is a place where you can do your best work. We believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy, are fueled by curiosity, and embrace the hard work that leads to innovation. Equally important is our commitment to creating a culture of inclusivity and diversity where we encourage your originality, respect the need for flexibility and work-life balance, and empower your desired career growth. HGA is a national award-winning interdisciplinary design firm rooted in architecture and engineering.

Learn more about us here.

Application Requirements & InstructionsPlease submit resume and portfolio for consideration.