Senior Interior Designer

POSITION:
Senior Interior Designer

Reporting to the Director of Interior Design & Project Purchasing. The position is central to the action and is pivotal in ensuring all projects are completed on time and accurately. Travel for on‑site coordination & installation is expected for at least 25% of your time. In‑office collaboration is required with hybrid work‑from‑home options available depending on projects. Strong AutoCAD, MS Office, and leadership skills are required for this hands‑on senior position.

• Produce, review, and correct interior design technical CAD drawings, including plans, elevations, sections, details, millwork, lighting, electrical & power, coordinated with consultant drawings.
• Coordinate with ., Facilities & Construction Management for installation of purchased goods and travel to project locations to oversee installation.
• Prepare budgets and proposals.
• Assist in determining yearly capital expenditures.
• Assist in updating the office material and FF&E library.
• Develop small and large renovations and new‑build projects.
• Produce, send, record and track purchase orders for materials, goods, and supplies for all projects and yearly CAPEX, then review order acknowledgements, pro‑formas, invoices, and deliveries against the orders.
• Address non‑supplied, under‑ordered, over‑ordered, and damaged goods.
• Ensure invoices are sent to accounts for payment.
• Produce and maintain all reports.
• Suggest alternate products for approval to create cost/time savings, negotiating improved pricing wherever possible.
• Produce and supply maintenance guidelines & MDSD sheets for purchased goods when required.
• Research materials to support the Highgate team on technical issues influencing design development.
• Select materials and produce specifications of FF&E.
• Compile up‑to‑date records for all projects and during project progress.
• Maintain any diaries that are in the office & undertake all filing as required.
• Arrange and attend meetings, taking minutes if necessary.
• Prepare marketing materials such as 2D & 3D floor plans, project presentations, and display boards.
• Reconcile & submit all p‑card transactions & expenses by the deadline each month.
• Maintain & submit an accurate record of hours worked, allocated to each specific project, by the payroll cut‑off deadline.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

• Holds a degree or diploma in Interior Design.
• Has a minimum of 8 years of professional experience in a design firm.
• Has led and promoted excellence in design, applying industry‑leading expertise in senior living, hospitality, and multi‑family sectors.
• Is willing and able to travel within the USA & Canada, holds a valid passport and driver’s licence.
• Is willing to undergo a criminal background check in accordance with state law.

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision coverage.
• Basic life & AD&D insurance – 100% employer‑paid with optional voluntary coverage.
• Paid time off, including 6 paid holidays and 8 paid vacation days in the first year; 6 paid holidays and 12 paid vacation days in the second year; 6 paid holidays and 15 paid vacation days after three years.
• Paid sick leave starting the first day of employment, up to 20 days carried over yearly.
• Paid parental leave after the waiting period.
• Learning & career development opportunities with possible tuition reimbursement after the waiting period.
• Employee assistance program.
• 401(k) program participation after the waiting period.

Salary range:
Minimum 8 years of professional interior design experience (domestic preference): $80,000 – $100,000. Compensation is dependent on relevant years of experience and skill set.