HMC Architects

Project Designer, Interiors

HMC Architects$85K — $127K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field
  • 7+ years of experience in architectural or interior design
  • Strong understanding of design and construction documentation
  • Experience managing project scope, schedules, and budgets
  • Knowledge of building codes and regulatory requirements
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

  • Lead interior design efforts from concept through construction administration
  • Prepare and coordinate design presentations, plans, elevations, and detailed drawings
  • Ensure alignment between design intent and construction documentation
  • Collaborate with clients, consultants, and internal teams for design solutions
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, staffing, and workflow
  • Support material selection, value analysis, and cost alignment
  • Guide and mentor junior staff, potentially supervising 1-3 team members

Benefits

  • Hybrid (office/remote) working arrangement
  • Flexible working hours
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Potential participation in discretionary bonuses
  • Employee stock ownership grants
  • Medical insurance and paid time off
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We are seeking a talented and collaborative Project Designer, Interiors to lead design efforts on small to mid-sized projects. In this role, you will drive concept development, produce high-quality design deliverables, and ensure design intent is carried through construction. Working closely with Senior Designers and Design Principals, you will play a key role in shaping innovative interior environments while managing project timelines, budgets, and team coordination.

This position will be working out of our San Jose, California office. This position is eligible for hybrid (office/remote) working arrangement and flexible working hours.

Responsibilities
  • Lead interior design efforts from concept through construction administration
  • Prepare and coordinate design presentations, plans, elevations, and detailed drawings
  • Ensure alignment between design intent and construction documentation
  • Review documents for quality, code compliance, and coordination across all project phases
  • Collaborate with clients, consultants, and internal teams to develop and implement design solutions
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, staffing, and workflow for small to mid-sized projects
  • Support material selection, value analysis, and cost alignment
  • Oversee design changes and resolve project-related challenges
  • Guide and mentor junior staff; may supervise 1-3 team members
  • Assist with proposals, RFP responses, and client presentations/interviews
  • Contribute to project profitability through effective resource management and cost awareness

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field
  • 7+ years of experience in architectural or interior design
  • Strong understanding of design and construction documentation processes
  • Experience managing project scope, schedules, and budgets
  • Knowledge of building codes and regulatory requirements
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

The salary range for this position is $85,065 - $127,281.

The actual salary offered for this position will vary depending on multiple factors including the candidate's qualification, education, position knowledge, work experience, skills, ability, work location, and internal incumbent compensation for similar roles. We do not anticipate individuals hired into this position will start at or near the top half of the range listed; the decision will be based on each individual case. The salary range listed above does not include other compensation elements such as discretionary bonus opportunities, employee stock ownership grants, paid time off, medical insurance, and other wage and benefit opportunities.

About HMC Architects

HMC Architects is an architecture and engineering firm headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The firm was founded in 1940 and has since grown to include offices in California, Nevada, and Arizona. HMC Architects specializes in healthcare, education, and civic architecture, and has completed projects for clients such as the University of California, Los Angeles, and the City of Los Angeles. The firm has won numerous awards for its work, including the American Institute of Architects' Firm Award in 2017.
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