Interior Design professional

 Interior Design Professional - Hybrid - New York, NY

Elite Sourcing is working with an established architecture and design firm seeking an experienced Interior Design Professional with a strong background in Retail Interiors and Branded Environments for their NY office. This individual will collaborate with clients and design leadership on retail programs, space planning, test-fits, fixture and millwork design, material selection, visualization, and presentation development while ensuring alignment with brand and project goals.

About the Role:

Interface directly with clients throughout the design phase
Collaborate with the Design Director and assist in overseeing the design team
Develop preliminary retail programs and project requirements
Develop test-fits, schematic design planning, program analysis, and basic code analysis
Create and coordinate retail store layouts, including sales areas and back-of-house (BOH) spaces
Design and coordinate retail fixturing, including wall systems, gondolas, vitrines, POS stations, and specialty displays
Develop custom millwork design, including detailing, specifications, and fabrication intent
Select, present, and specify furniture, finishes, materials, and accessories
Prepare and support design scope and budget documentation for fixtures, millwork, and specialty elements
Organize, prepare, and participate in client design presentations
Coordinate design requirements with clients, consultants, fabricators, and internal project teams
Review engineering documents, shop drawings, fixture drawings, and submittals for compliance with design intent
Balance creative design concepts with technical execution throughout all phases of a project
Support projects through schematic design, design development, contract documents, and construction
Conduct periodic project-site visits during construction

Requirements:

5+ years of professional experience in Retail Interiors, and/or Architecture
Strong concept-design experience within retail and branded environments
Demonstrated experience with retail store planning, including sales areas and BOH layouts
Proven experience designing and coordinating retail fixtures and custom millwork
Strong proficiency with SketchUp, Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite
Ability to create photo-realistic renderings using Enscape and AI-driven visualization software
Strong understanding of schematic design, design development, and contract documents
Experience coordinating directly with consultants, fabricators, and other project partners
Ability to communicate design concepts effectively through drawings, renderings, presentations, and client meetings
Strong verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced design environment
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a design team
Strong understanding of design intent and the ability to carry concepts through documentation and fabrication

Pay/Benefits:

Pay: $90K–$120K DOE
Hybrid Work Environment
Full Benefits Package
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Professional growth and advancement opportunities