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Perkins&Will

Senior Interior Designer - Sports, Recreation and Entertainment

Perkins&Will, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101

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Senior Interior Designer - Sports, Recreation & Entertainment Position Type:

Salaried/Exempt

Location:

Kansas City, MO

Overview Perkins&Will Kansas City Studio seeks a seasoned Interior Designer with 10–15+ years of experience to lead all phases of the design process within Sports, Recreation and Entertainment projects. The role involves guiding clients to innovative outcomes, mentoring a talented team, and promoting a human‑centric design approach.

Responsibilities

Lead all phases of the design process with proficiency and creativity, ensuring adherence to firm and project goals.

Create detailed design concepts and develop functional requirements and project‑design criteria.

Integrate architectural and interior design elements for standalone and comprehensive projects.

Lead interior design teams, provide design direction, and engage clients.

Use graphic storytelling to advance project delivery and scope.

Participate in marketing, lead design presentations to prospective clients, and build client relationships.

Prepare client presentation packages, external publications, and award submissions.

Review work for accuracy, compliance with the Project Delivery Manual, and documentation quality.

Conduct collaborative reviews, charrettes, and pin‑ups.

Communicate effectively to inspire high team performance and innovative ideas.

Mentor junior staff.

Coordinate with clients, partners, and consultants throughout the project lifecycle.

Maintain required experience: 10–15+ years, with experience in Sports, Recreation and Entertainment design.

Proficiencies

BIM

Building codes and guidelines (ADA, FGI, etc.)

Programming, planning, and site analysis

Preliminary design studies

Contract documents

Field observations and measurements

Life safety requirements

Furniture and interior products

Furniture bid packages

Construction contract administration

Cost estimates and calculations

Accessibility and zoning analysis

Documentation of Living Design data, including material health

Software Skills

Advanced 2D/3D production software

Advanced Revit

Microsoft Office

Conceptual modeling tools (SketchUp)

Visualization tools (Enscape, Lumion)

Presentation tools (Adobe Suite/Affinity, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.)

Licensure, Certifications & Education

Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture, or a related discipline (required).

NCIDQ (preferred).

LEED GA within six months of hire.

Professional accreditation in one area of Living Design: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, CPHC/CPHE, Passive House Institute Certified Passive House, or RELi AP within six months of hire.

Benefits Perkins&Will offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, wellness, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), and PTO. Employee perks include a hybrid/flexible work environment, professional development budget, bonuses, studio initiatives, and firm‑wide affinity groups. The firm maintains a Justice, Equity, Engagement, Diversity, and Inclusion foundation guiding all work.

Salary Range The annual pay range for this position in Kansas City is $104,300 to $152,800, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Process Qualified candidates should submit a résumé and a compact, representative work sample (≤4 MB) in PDF format, including work samples that best showcase relevant experience.

Senior Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Art/Creative and Design

Industries Architecture and Planning

EEO Statement Perkins&Will is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis with respect to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other protected categories. This policy extends to all employment levels and is enforced in accordance with applicable laws.

Pay Transparency We will not discriminate against applicants or employees who inquire about pay. The firm maintains privacy regarding compensation unless disclosure is required by law or internal policy.

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