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DLR Group · 5 days ago

Senior Interior Designer, California K-12 Interiors Leader

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$130K/yr - $160K/yr

10+ years exp

DLR Group is an integrated design firm dedicated to elevating the human experience through design. They are seeking a Senior Interior Designer to lead their California Education Interior Design Practice, focusing on K12 and Higher Education projects while guiding a team of interior designers and fostering client relationships.

Architecture

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor and grow a high-performing interior design team of 8-12, creating a culture of design excellence, accountability, and innovation

Direct all phases of design, from early concept development through documentation and construction administration

Actively participate in client engagement, industry networking, and relationship building to drive new business opportunities

Collaborate with marketing, business development, and sector leadership on project pursuits and participate in client interviews to win work

Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding strategy, design, and execution with clarity and confidence

Shape and reinforce DLR Group’s integrated design approach through cross-disciplinary collaboration

Oversee the technical quality and constructability of design documents, and ensure alignment with budgets, schedules, and sustainability goals

Inspire and coach junior and intermediate designers, actively supporting professional development and project leadership growth

Maintain an active presence in the local design community, representing DLR Group at events, conferences, and professional organizations

Qualification

Interior DesignRevitProfessional LicensureLeadershipSustainability CredentialTeam DevelopmentClient EngagementA/E/C Software ToolsDesign Industry NetworkingCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design

10+ years of interior design experience with a focus on education projects

Professional licensure (required); LEED AP or sustainability-related credential preferred

Demonstrated leadership in both team development and project execution

Proficiency in Revit and knowledge of standard A/E/C software tools

Excellent verbal, written, and graphic communication skills

Active involvement in design industry organizations and a strong local network

TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT CURRENT PORTFOLIO/WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT

Preferred

LEED AP or sustainability-related credential

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Wellness programs

Flex spending

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Employee stock ownership

Bonus opportunities

Company

DLR Group

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DLR Group is a full-service design business that specializes in new construction architecture, engineering, interior design, and planning.

Founded in 1996

Omaha, Nebraska, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.dlrgroup.com/

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