Senior Designer

Cushman & Wakefield

. Lead the end-to-end design process, including client programming, space planning, occupancy analysis, and comprehensive design document creation .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSaint Louis • Missouri • United StatesSenior💰 $63,750 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading design processes, managing commercial projects, and ensuring compliance with building codes and accessibility standards. Proficient in Revit and skilled in mentoring junior designers while effectively communicating design concepts to stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Interior Design5+ Years Of Experience In Design And ConstructionProfessional-Level Proficiency In RevitWorking Understanding Of Building CodesExceptional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Space PlanningOccupancy AnalysisDesign Document CreationCommercial Interior Design Best PracticesQuality ControlDesign MethodologiesTime Management

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationPresentation Skills

Industry Keywords

CIDA AccreditedNAAB AccreditedLife Safety RegulationsConstruction PrinciplesDesign Integrity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the end-to-end design process, including client programming, space planning, occupancy analysis, and comprehensive design document creation
Collaborate directly with clients to translate operational needs and brand standards into functional layouts
Mentor junior designers and support onboarding and training of new Project Designers
Partner with internal teams, external consultants, and project managers to ensure design integrity and seamless delivery
Maintain quality control and compliance with accessibility standards, building codes, and life safety regulations
Manage schedules and deliverables for multiple concurrent projects
Pivot between projects to meet milestones without sacrificing design quality
Maintain current knowledge of design methodologies and technology to drive efficiency and innovation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture from a CIDA or NAAB-accredited institution
5+ years of progressive experience in the design and construction industry
Proven track record of managing commercial or corporate projects independently
Professional-level proficiency in Revit
Working understanding of building codes
Working understanding of standard construction principles
Working understanding of commercial interior design best practices
Exceptional communication, presentation, and time-management skills
Ability to confidently communicate design concepts to corporate stakeholders

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance programs
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Competitive pay