Senior Interior Designer

Senior Interior Designer

Highgate Senior Living Field Office

Issaquah, WA

POSITION:
Senior Interior Designer – reporting to the Director of Interior Design & Project Purchasing

This position is in the center of the action & is a pivotal role in determining & completing all projects in a timely and accurate manner. Travel for on‑site co‑ordination & installation should be expected for at least % of your time. In‑office collaboration required with hybrid “work from home” options available depending on projects. Strong AutoCAD, MS Office and Leadership skills are required for this hands‑on senior position.

• Produce, review & correct within timely schedules on Interior Design technical CAD drawings consisting of plans, elevations, sections, details, millwork, lighting, electrical & power, that are accurately coordinated with the consultant drawings.
• Coordinate with ., Facilities & Construction Management for the installation of purchased goods. Traveling to project locations to oversee installation of design materials as needed.
• Prepare budgets and proposals.
• Assist in determining yearly Capital Expenditures.
• Assist in updating the offices material and FF&E library.
• Develop small & large renovations and new build projects.
• Produce, send, record & track purchase orders to order materials, goods, and supplies for all your projects & the yearly CAPEX, then review order acknowledgements, proformas, invoices & deliveries against the orders.
• Deal with non supplied, under orders, over orders and damaged goods.
• Ensure that any invoices are sent to accounts for payment.
• Produce and maintain all reports.
• Ability to suggest alternate product for approval to produce cost/time savings, negotiating improved pricing wherever possible.
• Produce & supply maintenance guidelines & MDSD Sheets for purchased goods when required.
• Research materials to support the Highgate team on technical issues influencing design development.
• Select materials & produce specifications of FF&E.
• Compile up to date records for all projects & during projects progress.
• Maintain any diaries that are in the office & undertake all filing as required.
• Arrange and attend meetings, taking minutes if necessary.
• Prepare marketing materials such as 2D & 3D floor plans, project presentations & display boards.
• Reconcile & submit all p‑card transactions & expenses by the deadline each month.
• Maintain & submit by the payroll cut‑off deadlines an accurate record of hours worked, allocated to each specific project.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

• Holds a degree or diploma in Interior Design.
• A minimum of 8 years professional experience in a design firm.
• Responsible for leading and promoting excellence in design, applying industry‑leading expertise in Senior Living or hospitality and multi‑family sectors.
• Must be willing & able to travel as required within the USA & Canada, hold a valid passport & drivers’ licence.
• Must be willing to undergo a criminal background check in accordance with state law.

• Team member Medical, Rx, Dental, & Vision coverage plan.
• Basic Life & AD&D insurance – % Employer Paid w/ additional Voluntary Life and AD&D available.
• Paid time off, 6 paid holidays and 8 paid vacation days to start in the first year, 6 paid holidays and paid vacation days the second year & 6 paid holidays and paid vacation days after three years.
• Paid sick leave accrues beginning on the first day of employment and carries over year to year up to days.
• Paid parental leave, after the waiting period.
• Learning & career development opportunities with tuition reimbursement possible after waiting period.
• Team member assistance program.
• Participation in a K program, after waiting period.

Salary Ranges: Minimum 8 years of professional interior design experience, (domestic experience preferred): $, - $,. Compensation is dependent on applicable years of experience and skillset.

Highgate Senior Living is a creative and growing company located throughout the United States. Our goal is excellence in creating a unique and fulfilling lifestyle for the seniors and their families in…