Interior Designer

Job Title

Interior Designer

Studio Manager

Regular Full Time Exempt (Salary)

• Perform assignments under the direction of more experienced staff, including project administration, schematic design, design development, and contract document administration.
• Develop and manage project schedules and budgets, keeping projects on schedule and managing additional services.
• Curate cohesive design solutions of interior finishes, fixtures, furniture, and accessories within client budgets and necessary lead times.
• Assist in computer production of preliminary plans and coordinate finish plans, specifications, material selections, and redlines.
• Prepare client presentations and participate in client and contractor meetings.
• Collaborate with contractors and vendors to select furniture, materials, and other interior products to satisfy client design requirements.
• Coordinate and determine all FF&E issues, including budgeting, resourcing, specifications, proposals, orders, tracking, and delivery of items.
• Maintain physical and digital resources, including organization, updating, and inventory of finish library and product representative contact information.
• Apply established interior design standards.

• Big thinker with creative problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines.
• Detail‑oriented and organized with excellent time‑management skills.
• Capacity to focus in an open office environment.
• Strong customer service skills for interface with clients, vendors, and contractors.
• Demonstrated verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Competitive salary with additional bonus opportunities.
• Medical insurance 100% paid for employee only based on selected coverage.
• 100% paid short- and long-term disability and group life & AD&D insurance for employees.
• Voluntary benefits: dental, vision, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, pet insurance, Legal Shield/d.
• Annual healthy living benefit.
• Free use of Energy Square Fitness Center for employees.
• HSA quarterly employer contributions.
• Safe Harbor 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.
• Personalized PTO.
• Five paid holidays plus a winter break typically 12/24 through 1/1.
• Paid leave for new parents (birth, adoption, placement, maternal and paternal).
• Professional development opportunities.
• Paid covered parking for all employees.
• Additional perks: weekly breakfasts, monthly happy hours, office lunches, seasonal events, and team‑building activities.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Indoor office environment. Normal work hours are 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Central, Monday through Friday with one hour for lunch. There may be a need to work outside of normal hours or weekends to meet project deadlines. Some local travel is required; occasional overnight travel may be necessary.

Work requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds, sit, stand, walk, operate a keyboard, and communicate clearly and effectively on the phone, in person, and via written communication.

Must be authorized to work in the United States when an offer of employment is accepted. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment verification form (Form I-9) upon hire.

It is the policy of SHM Architects, PLLC to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from a CIDA‑accredited program.
• Experience in luxury residential design.
• Licensure not required but preferred, even if in process.
• Mid‑level position: 3–6 years of professional experience with some experience in high‑end residential or hospitality projects.
• Ability to source and curate design for luxury‑minded high‑net‑worth clientele with follow-through to installation.
• Experience with construction documents.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 suite of products.
• Exposure or experience with Sketch‑Up and Studio Webware.
• Proficient with technical detailing.
• Strong sketch capabilities.