Job Description

Lead Interior Designer Job Description

The Lead Interior Designer role encompasses a blend of creativity and leadership within the realm of interior design, steering projects from conception through to completion. This position involves a deep understanding of both aesthetic and functional aspects of interior spaces, ensuring designs meet client specifications, budget constraints, and project timelines. With a focus on innovation and practicality, the Lead Interior Designer collaborates closely with clients, architects, and contractors, guiding a team of designers to translate visions into tangible environments. This role not only demands a refined design sensibility but also strong project management skills to oversee the execution of design principles, maintaining the highest standards of quality and efficiency throughout the process.

Lead Interior Designer Work Environment

Carla Royder Designs & CO operates within a dynamic workspace that blends creativity with functionality. This environment is equipped with state-of-the-art design software and tools, facilitating a seamless transition from concept to execution. Our physical setting an open-plan studio, encouraging collaboration among team members while also providing personal spaces for focused work.

Work hours for a Lead Interior Designer may extend beyond the typical nine-to-five, especially when project deadlines approach. However, Carla Royder Designs & CO offers flexibility to accommodate personal commitments, recognizing the importance of work-life balance. Dress code is luxury design esthetic, reflecting the professional yet creative nature of the role.

The culture within CRD is one of continuous learning, with opportunities for professional development highly valued. Interaction with clients, contractors, and team members is frequent, necessitating strong communication skills. While the job may require occasional travel to client sites or design locations (including out of state), it primarily revolves around the studio, where the blend of creativity, technology, and collaboration drives success.

Lead Interior Designer Job Duties

• Develop initial design concepts that are functional, aesthetically pleasing, and within budget for clients, including space planning and color schemes.
• Create detailed drawings and 3D models using computer-aided design (CAD), Sketch-Up and Revit software to visualize design plans.
• Select and specify furnishings, fixtures, equipment, and materials, coordinating with vendors and suppliers for procurement.
• Oversee project timelines and coordinate with contractors, architects, and other professionals to ensure design elements are executed accurately and on schedule.
• Conduct site visits to monitor the progress of projects, ensuring that construction and installation align with design specifications.
• Prepare and manage budgets for interior design projects, including estimates for design hours, furnishings, and materials.
• Provide expert guidance on building codes, regulations, and accessibility standards to ensure compliance in design projects.
• Mentor junior designers, offering guidance on design techniques, project management, and client relations to foster their professional growth.

Lead Interior Designer Required Skills:

Space Planning: Analyze and allocate square footage to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of each area within a space. Create detailed floor plans that optimize traffic flow, furniture placement, and spatial aesthetics, ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations.

Material Specification: Deep understanding of textures, durability, and sustainability. Ability to balance client preferences with practical considerations, making choices that align with budget constraints and project timelines.

Lighting Design: Ability to create the perfect ambiance with a nuanced approach to selecting fixtures and determining their placement, along with the interplay of natural and artificial light. Ability to enhance the mood and usability of environments, making spaces visually appealing and functionally apt for their occupants.

Client Presentation: Ability to translate abstract ideas into tangible visuals and articulate presentations that resonate with clients.

Project Management: Ability to coordinate resources, timelines, and client expectations from concept to completion. Ability to focus on scheduling, budget management, and stakeholder communication to deliver high-quality design solutions.

Sustainable Design: Ability to incorporate eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient practices to create spaces that minimize environmental impact while balancing client desires with ecological responsibility.

Lead Interior Designer Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design or a related field such as Architecture or Fine Arts. Coursework should include classes in design principles, space planning, materials and finishes, furniture design, color theory, and computer-aided design (CAD), Sketch-Up and Revit.

Experience: Minimum five (5) years experience in project management, client consultation, and design execution. Exposure to various design styles and sectors, such as residential, commercial, or hospitality, preferred. Demonstrated participation in professional workshops and ongoing continuous learning.

Certifications & Licenses: National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) certification for professional recognition. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification preferred.

Lead Interior Designer Salary

Factors influencing the Lead Interior Designer’s salary will include years of experience, specialization in high-demand sectors (e.g. luxury residential and commercial, plus sustainable design), portfolio quality, reputation within the industry, and the ability to manage projects independently and/or lead a team effectively.

To Apply for the Lead Interior Designer Position

• Please forward a cover letter, resume and sample portfolio to the Principal Studio Director at brianna@carlaroyderdesigns.com (no calls). Please include preferred times of availability for zoom and face-to-face interviews. If selected to move forward after the initial screening, the interview process will include a minimum of one zoom meeting, and three face-to-face interviews.

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