Senior Interior Designer

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Interior Designer to lead interior design projects from concept through completion. This role requires a strong balance of design leadership, technical expertise, client management, and team mentorship. The successful candidate will play a key role in setting design direction, coordinating with consultants, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to a high design standard.

Perks & Benefits:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package that provides extended health care, dental care, vision care, life insurance and critical illness. 

• Continuous learning opportunities with an annual educational allowance. 

• Generous referral program ranging from $500-$2,500 depending on business need. 

• Regular consistent team building activities and events. 

• Discounts to local amenities and vendors. 

• Discounted hotel stays in multiple locations through our Hospitality offers. 

What You Will Do:

Design & Project Leadership

• Lead the development of design concepts, narratives, and presentations aligned with project goals and brand standards
• Translate conceptual ideas into well-resolved, buildable design solutions
• Guide materiality, FF&E, finishes, lighting, and spatial planning decisions
• Lead projects through all phases, including Concept, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, and Construction Administration
• Review and approve design work to ensure consistency, quality, and design intent

Technical Coordination & Delivery

• Oversee the preparation and review of interior design drawing sets, specifications, and schedules
• Coordinate closely with architects, consultants, contractors, and vendors
• Review architectural, mechanical, electrical, and millwork drawings for alignment with interior design intent
• Identify constructability issues early and collaborate with the project team to resolve them
• Participate in site reviews, shop drawing reviews, and responses to RFIs

Team Leadership

• Presenting design concepts and responding to feedback while maintaining design integrity
• Mentor and support intermediate and junior designers through clear direction, feedback, and guidance
• Assist with workload planning, resource coordination, and team development

What You Bring:

• 10–12+ years of professional interior design experience, with a proven ability to lead projects independently from concept to completion
• Experience across residential, hospitality, multi-family, and commercial projects
• Excellent knowledge of materials, finishes, FF&E, custom millwork, and construction detailing
• Highly refined design eye with a strong sense of style, trend awareness, and the ability to translate contemporary design influences into cohesive, market-relevant interiors. Supported by a well-developed portfolio
• Strong technical understanding of construction methods, building codes, and accessibility standards. Experience working on projects in the USA including familiarity with U.S. consultants, codes, and construction processes
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (required), Adobe Creative Suite, and SketchUp or other 3D visualization tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong client-facing and presentation abilities
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with demonstrated leadership and mentorship skills
• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture; NCIDQ certification preferred
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Ability to lead, mentor, and collaborate within a team environment
• Access to a vehicle

Salary Range:

$100,000 - $130,000

About The Company:

Onni

For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

AI Use:

This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.

All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.

How To Apply:

Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.

We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.