Blue Heron · 7 hours ago
Senior Project Interior Designer
Blue Heron is a company specializing in luxury residential design, and they are seeking a Senior Project Interior Designer to lead and evolve the interior design experience across multiple homes. This role involves providing strategic oversight, mentoring designers, and ensuring exceptional interiors are delivered consistently and profitably.
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Responsibilities
Provide strategic oversight for interiors across multiple projects and/or designers
Partner with leadership to align interiors strategy with broader business and project objectives
Conceptualize and present sophisticated interior design solutions that align with client aspirations, architectural intent, and Blue Heron brand standards
Command the room in client meetings: set agenda and tone, present confidently, and guide decision making at the highest level
Act as a trusted interior design advisor to sophisticated luxury clients
Provide creative direction and design review of projects led by Project Interior Designers
Balance client advocacy with operational, schedule, and financial realities
Manage client expectations throughout the project lifecycle by addressing challenges proactively, offering strategic solutions, and maintaining clear, consistent communication
Curate, specify, and coordinate luxury materials, finishes, FF&E, textiles, and bespoke detailing
Ensure seamless integration of architectural elements with interior spaces
Design effectively to budget, meet project milestones, and continuously improve design workflow efficiency
Closely manage and oversee client billable hours related to interiors scope
Partner with Project Design Managers, Project Managers, and leadership to align interiors with overall project strategy
Identify project risks and proactively manage scope, schedule, and budget challenges
Collaborate cross-departmentally with estimating, procurement, construction, architecture, sales, and marketing teams to execute design plans consistently and maintain visibility on cost, lead times, and risk
Serve as a primary interiors voice in design reviews, constructability reviews, and onsite walkthroughs
Advocate for the client experience while aligning with operational realities and company goals
Serve as a primary mentor in the development of the interiors team, modeling best-in-class design thinking, presentation skills, technical design, support resources, and client engagement
Contribute to the evolution of the Blue Heron Interior Design Experience, interior standards, tools, and training
Represent interior design in internal initiatives, brand storytelling, and thought leadership efforts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in interior design required
10-15 years of interior design experience in luxury residential or luxury hospitality required
Proven track record leading multiple high-end residential projects and mentoring interior designers required
Demonstrates strong independent project leadership with an emerging ability to think strategically and anticipate project needs
Exceptional portfolio demonstrating concept-to-completion leadership in luxury environments
Expert-level knowledge of materials, detailing, FF&E, and custom fabrication
Advanced knowledge of construction methodologies, architectural detailing, and finish materials
Exceptional ability to manage complex client and stakeholder relationships and serve as a trusted interior design advisor to sophisticated clients
Superior organizational and project management skills, capable of handling multiple complex projects concurrently while meeting deadlines and maintaining design intent
Proven ability to lead clients through complex decisions with confidence, empathy, and clarity
Strong business acumen with confidence engaging in budget, value engineering, and financial discussions
Proficiency in industry standard tools including Microsoft Office Suite, SketchUp, and Bluebeam
Preferred
NCIDQ certification preferred but not required
Company
Blue Heron
Blue Heron is a design-led development firm that accentuates aspirational living through personalized Home experiences.
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