Chiodini Architects is seeking a talented and experienced Lead Interior Designer to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leadership role in a well-established architectural firm with a diverse portfolio of municipal, public safety, recreation, religious, educational, commercial, and community-focused projects.
We are looking for a creative, self-motivated professional who enjoys collaborating with clients, leading design efforts, mentoring team members, and creating thoughtful, functional, and inspiring spaces. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, welcomes responsibility, and is excited by the variety that comes with working across multiple project types.
Responsibilities
- Lead interior design efforts from programming and concept development through construction administration.
- Meet directly with clients to establish project goals, design vision, and functional requirements.
- Develop space plans, finish palettes, material selections, furniture concepts, and interior architectural details.
- Prepare presentation materials, renderings, finish boards, and client-facing design documents.
- Research and specify materials, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment.
- Coordinate with vendors and contractors throughout the design process.
- Develop finish schedules, specifications, and construction documentation.
- Mentor and collaborate with junior design staff.
- Manage multiple projects while maintaining quality, budget, and schedule goals.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design.
- 5+ years of professional interior design experience, preferably in the A/E industry.
- Demonstrated experience leading projects and working directly with clients.
- Strong knowledge of space planning, finish selection, furniture systems, lighting, and interior detailing.
- Proficiency in Revit required.
- Experience with SketchUp, Enscape, Lumion, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar visualization software is a plus.
- NCIDQ certification preferred.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Why Chiodini Architects?
- Diverse and meaningful project portfolio.
- Opportunity to work directly with firm leadership and clients.
- Leadership role with significant project responsibility.
- Collaborative, family-oriented culture.
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Health insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development support.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
