Designer, Interiors Job at HDR, Inc. in San Francisco

Overview

HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We empower everyone to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day, fostering a culture of inclusion throughout our company and communities. HDR seeks a Designer, Interiors to join our growing team and continue delivering creative design solutions that enhance the health and human condition of those we serve. A 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, preparing, presenting and documenting design concepts to all stakeholders, and demonstrating knowledge of the interior design process from programming through construction administration.

The role involves advancing your craft, engaging within the industry for networking opportunities, working independently and as part of a team, maintaining a solutions-based approach, and being open to mentoring others as well as being mentored. As a Designer, you will lead by example, contribute to creativity, and actively promote our collaborative culture.

Responsibilities

Engage with Interiors and Project Leadership to understand operational plans and processes to achieve project excellence goals.

Demonstrate an interest in Business Development to participate in pursuits, client interviews, and presentations to win new projects / clients.

Advocate for improving and maintaining project excellence.

Serve as a team-focused individual positively contributing to the design process, discovering solutions and navigating challenges, in the pursuit of Design Excellence.

Participate in formal and informal design reviews.

Support office environments to promote design excellence and HDR’s brand.

Promote HDR to potential candidates as appropriate.

Continually develop 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 occupant well-being.

Collaborate and co-create ideas within a team and across disciplines to ensure successful project delivery at all scales and complexities.

Possess a strong working knowledge of interior design and architectural design documentation practices.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

Pursuing professional registration / licensure at the local level

Active member in industry associations

Sustainability credentials / accreditations / certificates

Experience with Bluebeam, Rhino, Enscape

Strong working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp / Rhino (or similar), Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite

Stronger consideration given to candidates with health, science, higher education and / or civic experience

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture

A minimum of 5 years of experience in a relevant design firm environment

NCIDQ certificate holder

ID license in the state or province 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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) $92,000 - $131,430.

Primary Location : United States-California-San Francisco

Industry : Interiors

Schedule : Full-time

Employee Status : Regular

Job Posting : Sep 5, 2025

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