This is an exciting opportunity for a highly creative and detail-oriented Senior Interior Designer with a proven track record in high-end residential design. This role requires exceptional design sensibility, strong project management capabilities, and the ability to lead projects from concept through completion. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, demonstrates leadership, and maintains the highest standards of quality and client service.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Client Interaction: Build and maintain positive relationships with clients - serving as their lead point of contact on their project, communicating design concepts and updates effectively and efficiently.
Design Development: Collaborate with the Principal develop design concepts, mood boards, and presentations that align with client requirements and project goals.
Consultant Coordination: Coordinate with all consultants, contractors and vendors to ensure design integrity and project delivery.
Leadership: Manage and mentor junior staff and provide guidance throughout the design and execution process.
Detailed Budgets: Prepare and manage detailed project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring adherence.
Space Planning: Lead space planning and layout design for various interior spaces, optimizing functionality and aesthetics.
Documentation: Prepare detailed design drawings, floor plans, elevations, and construction documents.
Material Selection: Research and select appropriate materials, finishes, furnishings, and fixtures in accordance with project specifications and budget.
Vendor Coordination: Liaise with vendors and suppliers to source materials and furnishings.
Project Management: Manage all phases and aspects of the project including schedule, budget, and team assignments. Lead the design and execution of projects from initial concept through installation.
Trends and Research: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging materials, and design innovations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture.
7+ years of professional residential interior design experience.
Deep understanding of the design process and project delivery.
Excellent project management skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Sketchup required. Knowledge of Mac Applications, Studio Designer, and Google Workspace a plus.
Familiarity with the San Francisco Design Center and local vendors.
Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation required for site visits.
Highly detail-oriented, organized, accurate and consistent in all paperwork and data management.
Creative problem-solving, organizational and time management skills.
Ability to proactively create harmonious and professional relationships.
Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
Team player with a positive, can-do attitude. We are a small firm so everyone pitches in as needed.
Flexibility, resourcefulness and dependability.
Confidence and assertiveness.
Kristen Peña Interiors is a full-service interior design firm specializing in high end residential interior design. We are growing team of creatives that love what we do, work hard, take risks, push the boundaries, have fun and feel that servicing the client is as important as the creative output. We are a collaborative studio and we all pitch in to make the work and the process shine.
