Senior Interior Designer, California K-12 Interiors Leader

Overview

Lead interior design team for K‑12 and higher education projects in CA.

Key Responsibilities

• design leadership
• construction docs
• cross‑disciplinary
• team management
• client advisory
• business development

Tasks

-Actively participate in client engagement, industry networking, and relationship building to drive new business opportunities. -Maintain an active presence in the local design community, representing DLR Group at events, conferences, and professional organizations. -Direct all phases of design, from early concept development through documentation and construction administration. -Shape and reinforce DLR Group’s integrated design approach through cross-disciplinary collaboration. -Inspire and coach junior and intermediate designers, actively supporting professional development and project leadership growth. -Lead, mentor and grow a high-performing interior design team of 8-12, creating a culture of design excellence, accountability, and innovation. -Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding strategy, design, and execution with clarity and confidence. -Collaborate with marketing, business development, and sector leadership on project pursuits and participate in client interviews to win work. -Oversee the technical quality and constructability of design documents, and ensure alignment with budgets, schedules, and sustainability goals.

Requirements

• licensure
• leed ap
• revit
• 10+ yrs
• bachelor's
• leadership

What You Bring

-Professional licensure (required); LEED AP or sustainability-related credential preferred -TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT CURRENT PORTFOLIO/WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT* -Demonstrated leadership in both team development and project execution -10+ years of interior design experience with a focus on education projects -Active involvement in design industry organizations and a strong local network -Proficiency in Revit and knowledge of standard A/E/C software tools -Excellent verbal, written, and graphic communication skills -Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design

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About Dlr Group

-Now 100% employee-owned, it pioneered integrated design—melding architecture, engineering, planning and interiors under one roof. -Its portfolio includes museum transformations, university campuses, transit hubs, and sports stadiums. -Specializing in sectors such as civic, justice, cultural centers, K-12 and higher-ed campuses, hospitality, and transit. -Standout projects include the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, LAX automated people mover stations, Mall of America expansions, and performing-arts centers. -The firm has a legacy of acquiring regional specialists, enhancing its expertise in areas like theatre and healthcare design.

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