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Interior Designer, Hospitality

Nari, San Diego, CA, United States


Leo A Daly
Leo A Daly Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity and provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability. Applicants needing accommodations may contact the Human Resources Department at 402-391-8111.

Leo A Daly is seeking passionate and dedicated interior designers to join our growing hospitality team, known for its commitment to luxury and design excellence. With a deep-rooted belief in the power of thoughtful design, we create spaces that inspire, delight, and elevate the guest experience.

As an Interior Designer, you’ll play a key role in shaping and advancing our hospitality portfolio. Working under the guidance of senior designers, you’ll support the design and execution of interior environments across a range of high‑profile projects.

We’re looking for passionate designers who are technically savvy, highly collaborative, and eager to grow within a dynamic studio environment. If you’re ready to make an impact in luxury hospitality design, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Responsibilities

Rapidly explore ideas through strong 3D modeling and design studies (SketchUp preferred)

Create compelling, high‑quality renderings that bring concepts to life and clearly express design intent

Translate abstract ideas into clear visual narratives through presentations, boards, and storytelling

Collaborate with senior designers to develop thoughtful, brand‑driven concepts that align with client vision

Contribute to programming, space planning, and the design of interior environments, from early concept through execution

Select finishes, materials, and FF&E that support the overall design story

Produce clear, well‑crafted drawings and specifications including finish plans, interior elevations, room finish schedules, furniture plans, and interior details

Participate in site visits, existing condition assessments, and construction observations to support design decisions

Work closely with vendors, consultants, and contractors to bring ideas into built form

Support marketing and business development efforts through graphics, visuals, and creative content

Participate in client presentations and internal design reviews

What You Bring

A strong design eye and passion for visual storytelling

Advanced 3D modeling and rendering skills to explore and communicate ideas

Confidence working across concept, schematic, and documentation phases

Clear graphic, verbal, and written communication skills

A collaborative, positive mindset and eagerness to grow as part of a multidisciplinary team

Ability to see the big picture, connect ideas, and transform concepts into meaningful spatial experiences

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited Interior Design or Architecture Program, or equivalent experience

1+ years of experience in Interior Design; hospitality design experience a plus

Must have a natural eye for innovation and detail

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at various stages of design or executionMust be proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Programs, and 3‑D modeling software

Familiarity with DesignSpec a plus

Preferred Education & Experience

Master’s degree in interior design or architecture

NCDIQ certification

Proficiency with computer software including AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Rhino, Grasshopper, and Adobe Creative Suite

Good communication and presentation skills

Salary range for this position varies between $70,000 $100,000, depending upon applicable experience.

LEO A DALY offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, financial stability, and work‑life balance. Highlights include affordable medical, dental and vision plans, retirement savings with company matching and supplemental benefits such as:

Accident and Critical Illness

HSA + FSA options

Commuter Benefits

Company paid life insurance

Short-term and Long-term disability options

Parental Leave

Why Join LEO A DALY?
At LEO A DALY, you will become part of a collaborative design culture and do work that matters. As an integrated design practice, we believe that a diversity of perspectives generates better solutions. We trust and support each other, ask hard questions and solve complex problems. Guided by a spirit of inquiry, we design for people at every scale, creating spaces that elevate individuals, their communities, and the institutions that serve them. Join LEO A DALY—help us transform the world.

LEO A DALY is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants needing accommodations may contact the Human Resources Department by phone at 402-391-8111 or email at Recruiting@LEOADALY.com. For more information about your rights under the law, see Know Your Rights.

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