Job Description

ZGF is seeking a bright and driven Senior Interior Designer/Interior Architect , an individual with a passion for design excellence to join our Interiors team in Denver. Our ideal candidate thrives on team and client leadership. You are a creative thinker that enjoys design ideation and problem solving to realize beautiful and innovative space.   

As a Senior Interior Designer/Interior Architect , you will… 

• Possess a knowledge of all aspects of interior design and interior architecture, including programming, space planning, color and material research and sustainability, FF&E, lighting design. 

• Lead programming efforts and analysis.  

• Develop concepts into design solutions as well as have the graphic and verbal skills to communicate design and planning concepts to clients, colleagues, and consultants with a focus on creating inclusive and collaborative environments.  

• Manage design process and supervise workflow of design staff.  

• Cultivate, maintain, and foster relationships with clients and consultants with sensitivity to project fees, budgets, schedules.  

• Advocate for an inclusive, supportive work culture through listening, learning and actions.  

• Manage and mentor teams in the Denver office.  

• Contribute to both Denver office specific, and where appropriate, firm-wide marketing and business development.  

• Contribute to the design-centric and collaborative culture of the Denver office. 

• Closely work with and establish connections with other firmwide interior design leadership and initiatives. 

Qualifications:  

• A bachelor or higher degree in Interior Design, Architecture or Interior Architecture and a minimum of 15 years of experience in the field. NCIDQ or AIA preferred.  

• Experience managing complex clients with multiple stakeholders.  

• Demonstrated competency in programming and space planning.  

• Strong skills in design technology tools, including ability to work in Revit.  

• Experience in large and small-scale complex, multi-phase projects in healthcare, mixed-use, civic, government, institutional research facilities, aviation, sports and/or higher education. For example.  

• Strong verbal and graphic communication skills, including team communication, design presentation, and storytelling.  

• Highly motivated, proactive and passionate. 

• Well-rounded, detailed oriented, strategic-thinker with an integrated approach to design, management and technical project resolution. 

• Experience in a variety of building types, building materials, technical design, and construction techniques. 

• Significant knowledge, expertise and initiative to explore and carry out new or complex assignments requiring the development of innovative techniques and procedures. 

• Ability to navigate complex situations requiring diplomacy, interpersonal skills and judgement. 

• Ability to perceive the goals of others, help to set priorities on projects and initiatives, and positively motivate individuals within the context of projects and the firm. 

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships outside the project team and the firm to facilitate project acquisition, facilitate innovation and then validation of project direction. 

• Ability to communicate knowledge and experience throughout the office. 

• Experience working in alternative forms of project delivery is a plus. 

• Contribute to general office-wide initiatives and marketing efforts.  

• LEED and/or WELL accreditation is a plus.   

Base Salary Range

$120.000/yr - $160.000/yr

Benefits

ZGF Employees Enjoy Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with a generous employer contribution, HSA with employer contribution, 401k with employer match, 4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays per year, paid parental and family leave programs.

Apply With: 

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Work samples/Portfolio

ZGF Architects LLP is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We invite qualified candidates to apply online posting cover letter, resume and portfolio.

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