Senior Designer, Interiors

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR is seeking a Senior Designer, Interiors, to join our growing team and continue the legacy of providing our clients and communities with creative design solutions that enhance the health and human condition of those they serve. HDR is home to world-class expertise, and the Senior Designer serves as our team’s connection to those capabilities.

A Senior Designer embodies high standards of design excellence and innovation, integrated within the firm’s overall design strategy. Responsibilities include collaborating across disciplines and market sectors in project delivery, clearly presenting and documenting design concepts to all stakeholders, and demonstrating expert-level knowledge of the interior design process from programming through to construction administration. The role involves developing professional networks and new business opportunities, advancing your craft, mentoring team members, and providing guidance to project teams and individuals. As a Senior Designer, you will lead by example, inspire your team, and actively promote our collaborative culture.

Senior Designer, Interiors at HDR with mentorship and guidance from Interiors Leadership, will participate in the following:

• Partner with Interiors and Project Leadership to support operational plans and processes to achieve project excellence goals.
• Develop emerging Business Development skills to contribute to pursuits, client interviews, and presentations to Win New Projects/Clients.
• Advocate for improving and maintaining project excellence.
• Serve as a Role Model and Mentor, positively motivating, challenging, inspiring, and developing others to pursue Design Excellence.
• Contribute within Formal and Informal Design Reviews.
• Support Office Environments to promote Design Excellence and HDR’s brand.
• Promote HDR to potential candidates and assist in the interview process for new hires, as appropriate.
• Demonstrate Technical Knowledge related to the creation and completion of documents and details across all project phases.
• Encourage Sustainable approaches and practices to foster healthy environments and promote the well-being of occupants.
• Collaborate and Co-create ideas and concepts within a team and across disciplines, ensuring successful project delivery at all scales and complexities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture (from an accredited school) or closely related field
• Active Interior Design Certificate holder or Registered Architect in the country you reside
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in relevant design firm environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs
• Skilled in Revit and Bluebeam
• Developing skills in team leadership, collaboration, mentoring, motivational/organisational and people skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional Registration/Licensure at the local level (Desirable)
• Active member in industry associations (Desirable)
• Sustainability Credentials/Accreditations/Certificates in the country you reside
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino, Enscape

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in relevant design firm environment
• NCIDQ certificate holder
• ID license in state where applicable

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United Kingdom-England-London

Other Locations

United Kingdom-England-Croydon

Industry

Interiors

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.

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