Interior Architect - Healthcare Sector

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Level 4 Interior Architect at HED, you are a project leader and technical expert responsible for integrating interior architecture within the broader design and construction process. You bring deep experience in interior detailing, systems coordination, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to ensure design excellence throughout the lifecycle of a project. You lead efforts across all phases and provide mentorship to team members, while serving as a primary technical resource and client-facing contributor. Your approach balances innovation with execution, advancing HED's mission to create positive impact through integrated design.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Lead and manage interior architectural scope for large-scale and technically complex projects.
• Develop and document space planning, detailing, interior systems, and integrated architectural strategies.
• Coordinate closely with architecture, MEP, and structural teams to ensure seamless integration of building systems.
• Lead production of construction documents, interior elevations, details, finish plans, and specifications.
• Resolve technical challenges and contribute to design solutions that align with client goals and user experience.
• Conduct quality reviews and ensure compliance with code, ADA, and firm standards.
• Guide and mentor junior and mid-level designers, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused studio culture.
• Represent interior architecture discipline in client meetings, consultant coordination, and construction administration.
• Champion sustainable, healthy, and high-performing design strategies.
• Support business development and pursuit efforts with technical insight and project experience.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture, interior architecture or related field from a NAAB- or CIDA-accredited program.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in architecture or interior architecture, including lead roles on significant projects.
• Architectural Licensure or NCIDQ certification required.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, and Bluebeam Revu.
• Strong understanding of building codes, construction methods, detailing, and documentation standards.
• Demonstrated leadership and team coordination skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and mentorship abilities.
• Familiarity with WELL, LEED, or other sustainability frameworks preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in writing and verbally via phone, video conferencing, and in person.
• Must be able to perform site visits.
• Visual acuity to perform responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

We embrace a hybrid model that promotes both autonomy and collaboration, including the freedom to work from home, with regular in-office days to connect with teammates and build culture. The office is a professional, open-space environment for collaborative and independent work.

In compliance with all applicable or other employment requirements, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual with disability and arrest and conviction records.