Senior Interior Designer
Company: EHDD
Location: Hayward
Posted on: November 27, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description EHDD is an award-winning architecture and
interiors practice driven by our mission to create transformative
places of belonging and impact . From workplaces and campuses to
cultural and civic environments, we craft spaces that inspire
connection, foster well-being, and uniquely reflect the places and
communities they serve. Notable projects include the AIA
Headquarters Renewal, KQED Headquarters, YouTube Campus Expansion,
SFMOMA, Monterey Bay Aquarium, and The Exploratorium . Our interior
designers play a vital role in shaping experiences from the inside
out—bringing material richness, environmental performance, and a
human-centered design approach to creating meaningful places where
people truly feel they belong. We are looking for a Senior Interior
Designer with exceptional design and communication skills to join
our San Francisco office. The right candidate will be committed to
our mission and core values, bringing compassion and curiosity to
their work with a highly collaborative team. The primary
responsibilities of this position include: Lead the interior design
process from programming through construction administration,
ensuring design excellence and alignment with project goals.
Develop and articulate compelling design concepts through sketches,
presentations, and material palettes that communicate a clear
design narrative. Lead client presentations and design workshops,
building strong relationships, and guiding clients through design
decisions with clarity and confidence. Oversee selection and
specification of finishes, furniture, fixtures, and equipment
(FF&E), ensuring integration with architectural design and
performance goals. Collaborate closely with architects, clients,
consultants, and contractors to maintain design intent, quality,
and project vision. Mentor and inspire junior interior design
staff, fostering creativity, curiosity, and professional growth.
Contribute to project documentation, schedules, and budgets,
maintaining accountability and design integrity throughout the
process. Support business development efforts through participation
in interviews, proposals, and marketing initiatives. Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design or Interior
Architecture. 8–12 years of relevant professional experience,
including leadership of interior design on complex projects. Strong
conceptual design skills and a refined sense of materiality and
spatial experience. Experience with workplace, higher education,
cultural, or civic projects preferred. Proficiency in Revit, Adobe
Creative Suite, and rendering tools (Enscape or similar). NCIDQ
certification and/or professional licensure preferred. Excellent
communication, collaboration, and organizational skills. Passion
for sustainable design and creating places that foster belonging
and impact. Substantial knowledge of building materials, product
specification, installation, and construction methods as they
relate to areas of specialty. Ability to anticipate, identify, and
resolve problems in a timely and positive manner. Ability to work
effectively within a collaborative team environment. EHDD is proud
to be a Women-Owned Business and an equal opportunity employer.
Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected
veterans are encouraged to apply. We offer a competitive benefits
package including medical/dental/vision insurance with HSA, life
and LTD insurance, 401K, commuter benefits, and support for
professional development. At the time of this posting, the salary
range is between $95-115,000. Our final compensation decision
includes a candidate's experience, qualifications and education.
Application Process Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and
portfolio samples for review. Portfolio must be one PDF attachment,
10-20 pages, maximum 5 MB, illustrating prior relevant work.
Keywords: EHDD, Hayward , Senior Interior Designer, Design, Graphic Design & CAD , Hayward, California
