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Senior Interior Designer – Luxury Residential

Location: Scottsdale, AZ Job Type: Full-time | In Office Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Salary: $130,000+, depending on experience

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Interior Designer to lead the design of high-end custom homes and luxury residential projects from initial concept through construction, installation, and final styling.

The ideal candidate will have a sophisticated design aesthetic, strong technical and construction knowledge, and experience working directly with luxury residential clients, architects, builders, vendors, and specialty trades .

This position is ideal for a designer who can balance creative vision with the technical and project-management requirements of complex custom residences.

Key Responsibilities

Lead luxury residential interior design projects from concept through completion.

Develop design concepts, floor plans, elevations, finish palettes, furniture plans, and presentations.

Select flooring, stone, tile, cabinetry, millwork, hardware, plumbing fixtures, lighting, furnishings, artwork, and accessories.

Lead client presentations and guide clients through design selections and approvals.

Coordinate with architects, contractors, project managers, vendors, artisans, and specialty trades.

Manage multiple projects, design schedules, budgets, selections, and procurement timelines.

Produce and review interior design drawings, elevations, reflected ceiling plans, finish plans, and millwork details.

Review architectural drawings, shop drawings, samples, specifications, and submittals.

Conduct site visits and monitor construction for compliance with design intent.

Develop FF&E, custom furniture, lighting, artwork, and accessory selections .

Oversee procurement, installation, final styling, punch lists, and project closeout.

Provide leadership and direction to junior designers and project team members.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or related field .

7+ years of professional interior design experience .

Significant experience with luxury residential or custom-home projects .

Strong portfolio of sophisticated, high-end residential interiors.

Experience managing projects from concept through construction and installation.

Strong knowledge of custom millwork, cabinetry, stone, tile, lighting, plumbing fixtures, furnishings, and architectural detailing .

Strong understanding of residential construction.

Experience working directly with architects, builders, contractors, and high-end clients.

Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite , or similar design software.

Excellent client presentation, communication, organization, and project-management skills.

Preferred Experience

$3M+ luxury custom homes

High-end residential interior design

Scottsdale / Paradise Valley luxury residential market

Affluent or high-profile clientele

Full-service interior design and FF&E

Custom furniture and millwork

Furniture, art, and accessory procurement

Construction administration and field coordination

High-end vendors, showrooms, artisans, and trade professionals

NCIDQ certification

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a creative design leader who understands luxury residential design from both the creative and construction sides .

You should have an exceptional eye for proportion, scale, color, texture, materials, and architectural details , while also being comfortable managing clients, budgets, schedules, construction coordination, and final installations.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $130,000+, depending on experience.

Benefits include:

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Long-term career growth

Opportunity to work on highly customized luxury residences

This is a full-time, in-office position in Scottsdale, AZ. Remote work is not available.