Senior Interior Designer
Perkins&Will, San Francisco, CA, United States
Overview
You lead. We back you up.
This is a design leadership role, not a production seat. You'll drive creative direction on global workplace interiors projects for clients who trust us because we've earned it — and you'll have a 90+-person SF studio behind you to execute at the level you'd be proud of.
Most senior designers face a choice: a large firm with resources and low visibility, or a small firm with ownership and limited scope. This role sits in a third lane — a focused studio inside a 2,800-person global firm. You'll lead marquee projects worldwide, know your MD by name, and build a career with real credit attached to real work.
What You'll Do
Lead design direction, client engagement, and presentations for marquee workplace projects
Own the creative vision from concept through construction — SD, DD, and CDs
Direct, coordinate, and mentor junior designers; build the next generation of talent
Facilitate programming, respond to technical implications of design decisions
Manage design budget, cost control, and schedule for your projects
Coordinate consultants, contractors, and vendors as an integrated design leader
What We're Looking For
10–15+ years of interior design experience, with a strong workplace portfolio
You can run a room — client presentations, design reviews, consultant coordination
Proficiency in Revit; strong 3D visualization and graphic communication skills
Solid command of building codes, specifications, and technical documentation
NCIDQ licensed; LEED AP (or willing to obtain within 6 months of hire)
Professional degree in Interior Design or related field
What You'll Get Salary range: $151,500–$189,300, commensurate with experience, education and skillset.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan and paid time off
Professional development stipend and dedicated continuing education time
Performance-based bonuses
Access to firmwide affinity groups and leadership development programs
Studio initiatives and events; a team that actually likes each other
Our Commitment Our culture is grounded in a firmwide commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) — not as a tagline, but as how we hire, promote, and build teams. We conduct annual pay equity audits and train all managers on pay practices. We believe inclusion drives creativity.
How To Apply Submit a resume and a compact, representative portfolio (no larger than 4MB). Show us what you've led, not just what you've touched.
Equal Opportunity Employer Perkins&Will is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Pay Transparency We are committed to pay equity. Compensation decisions are based on qualifications, skillset, and experience. Employees may discuss their own compensation without fear of retaliation. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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This is a design leadership role, not a production seat. You'll drive creative direction on global workplace interiors projects for clients who trust us because we've earned it — and you'll have a 90+-person SF studio behind you to execute at the level you'd be proud of.
Most senior designers face a choice: a large firm with resources and low visibility, or a small firm with ownership and limited scope. This role sits in a third lane — a focused studio inside a 2,800-person global firm. You'll lead marquee projects worldwide, know your MD by name, and build a career with real credit attached to real work.
What You'll Do
Lead design direction, client engagement, and presentations for marquee workplace projects
Own the creative vision from concept through construction — SD, DD, and CDs
Direct, coordinate, and mentor junior designers; build the next generation of talent
Facilitate programming, respond to technical implications of design decisions
Manage design budget, cost control, and schedule for your projects
Coordinate consultants, contractors, and vendors as an integrated design leader
What We're Looking For
10–15+ years of interior design experience, with a strong workplace portfolio
You can run a room — client presentations, design reviews, consultant coordination
Proficiency in Revit; strong 3D visualization and graphic communication skills
Solid command of building codes, specifications, and technical documentation
NCIDQ licensed; LEED AP (or willing to obtain within 6 months of hire)
Professional degree in Interior Design or related field
What You'll Get Salary range: $151,500–$189,300, commensurate with experience, education and skillset.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan and paid time off
Professional development stipend and dedicated continuing education time
Performance-based bonuses
Access to firmwide affinity groups and leadership development programs
Studio initiatives and events; a team that actually likes each other
Our Commitment Our culture is grounded in a firmwide commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) — not as a tagline, but as how we hire, promote, and build teams. We conduct annual pay equity audits and train all managers on pay practices. We believe inclusion drives creativity.
How To Apply Submit a resume and a compact, representative portfolio (no larger than 4MB). Show us what you've led, not just what you've touched.
Equal Opportunity Employer Perkins&Will is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Pay Transparency We are committed to pay equity. Compensation decisions are based on qualifications, skillset, and experience. Employees may discuss their own compensation without fear of retaliation. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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