Sophea Interior Designs is a fast-paced, high-end residential design firm specializing in luxury spec homes, new construction, and major renovations. Our work encompasses interior architecture, custom cabinetry and millwork, finishes, lighting, furniture, and complete interior design.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Interior Designer / Project Manager who is confident working independently and capable of taking a project from concept through completion.
This is a hands-on position working closely with the owner and design team. The right candidate will be involved in the full 360° design process, from interior architecture and space planning through construction, installation, and final styling.
We are looking for someone with strong initiative, high work ethics, accountability, and a genuine sense of ownership. You should be someone who sees what needs to be done, takes action, follows through, and does not require constant supervision.
Responsibilities
- Manage assigned residential projects from initial design through final installation
- Work directly with the owner on design development and project decisions
- Develop interior architectural plans, elevations, sections, and construction documents
- Design and document custom cabinetry and millwork
- Develop finish, lighting, plumbing, hardware, and furniture selections
- Create and maintain detailed Revit models and documentation
- Coordinate with architects, contractors, engineers, vendors, and fabricators
- Attend client and site meetings
- Review shop drawings, specifications, and construction details
- Maintain project schedules, deliverables, selections, and revisions
- Monitor project progress and communicate issues before they become problems
- Coordinate design intent through construction and installation
- Manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and quality
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is:
- Self-propelled and able to work independently
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- A strong problem solver
- Comfortable making decisions and taking initiative
- Able to manage deadlines and multiple projects
- Professional and confident when communicating with clients and vendors
- Someone who takes pride in their work and follows through
- A team player who is also comfortable taking individual responsibility
- Passionate about high-end residential design
- Interested in incorporating AI and new technology into the design process
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in interior design, interior architecture, or architecture
- Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or related field
- Strong understanding of U.S. residential construction, codes, and standards
- Experience with high-end residential projects
- Strong knowledge of cabinetry, millwork, materials, finishes, fixtures, and furniture
- Ability to read and understand architectural, structural, engineering, and construction drawings
- Advanced understanding of residential interior architecture and documentation
Software Skills
Required:
- Revit — Proficient to Advanced
- AutoCAD 2D
- Adobe Creative Suite — Photoshop, InDesign, etc.
- Google Drive and Google Sheets
Preferred:
- Revit rendering plug-ins
- SketchUp
- V-Ray or other rendering software
- Rhino
- Experience using AI tools for design, visualization, documentation, research, or workflow improvement
Drafting & Documentation
Must be highly proficient in producing and understanding:
- Floor Plans
- Reflected Ceiling Plans
- Electrical Plans
- Plumbing Plans
- Interior Elevations
- Exterior Elevations
- Sections
- Door & Window Schedules
- Cabinetry & Millwork Drawings
- Construction Details
What You Will Gain
At Sophea Interior Designs, you will not be limited to one portion of a project. You will have the opportunity to work across the entire design process and gain experience in multiple disciplines.
- Work closely with the owner and senior design team
- Participate in the complete 360° design process
- Gain exposure to interior architecture, construction, cabinetry, furniture, and interiors
- See projects develop from the initial floor plan through completion
- Have meaningful responsibility and influence over project outcomes
- Work on high-end residential projects with a strong emphasis on design quality and execution
Important Requirements
- This is NOT a remote position
- Must be within reasonable commuting distance of our Encino office
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must be available to work in the office Monday–Friday
- Must have authorization to work in the United States
- Must have a personal computer
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT MEET THE CORE REQUIREMENTS.
Application Questions
- Please provide a portfolio of completed high-end residential projects.
- How many years of professional experience do you have in interior design, interior architecture, or architecture?
- Rate your Revit skills from 1–10.
- Rate your cabinetry/millwork drawing skills from 1–10.
- Describe a project you managed from concept through completion and your specific responsibilities.
- What AI tools are you currently using in your design workflow?
- Describe how you manage your workload when you are given multiple deadlines and minimal supervision.
- What does taking ownership of a project mean to you?
Job Type
Full-time
Schedule
Experience
- Interior Design / Architecture: 5 years minimum
Job Type: Full-time
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a body of completed work such as a portfolio that you can submit?
- How many years of experience do you have with the software(s) listed in the description?
- Rate your cabinetry drawing skills on a scale of 1-10.
Education:
Experience:
- Drafting: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
