The Role
Lead design for hospitality projects from concept to construction. Engage clients, mentor teams, and ensure compliance with design standards.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are seeking a Project Interior Designer (or Certified Project Interior Designer (if licensed) to lead the design process for hospitality-focused projects through all phases, from concept to construction administration in our Las Vegas office. This role requires strong design vision, technical expertise, client engagement skills, and the ability to manage small teams while delivering innovative, high-quality design solutions.
What you will do:
- Lead the interior design process for small to medium-scale hospitality projects across all phases.
- Develop strong design concepts, 3D models, and compelling presentations for client reviews.
- Present design ideas to clients and serve as the primary liaison between the client and project team.
- Manage specifications and selection of finishes, lighting, and furniture, including FF&E specifications and procurement coordination.
- Review shop drawings, submittals, and material samples to ensure compliance with design intent.
- Coordinate closely with consultants, contractors, and interdisciplinary teams for technical and design alignment.
- Apply regenerative and sustainable design approaches to enhance the built, social, and natural environments.
- Mentor junior team members by providing guidance, feedback, and thoughtful task assignments.
- Oversee preparation of accurate, code-compliant interior documentation that meets contract requirements.
- Participate in construction administration processes, including site visits and verifications.
- Support pursuits by preparing proposal content and participating in interviews.
- Contribute to interiors resource library development and maintenance.
What we look for:
- Certified/registered/licensed Interior Designer strongly preferred; Project Interior Designer title applies if not licensed.
- 8+ years of professional interior design experience, preferably with a hospitality focus.
- Strong portfolio showcasing hospitality design work, 3D modeling, and presentation skills.
- Proven experience with shop drawings, submittals, FFE specifications, and design documentation.
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills with confidence in presenting to groups.
- Proficiency in Revit/BIM 360, MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and Bluebeam.
- Strong capability in 3D modeling and visualization during the design phase with Enscape and Lumion.
- Preferred experience with DesignSpec software for specification writing and review.
- Knowledge of building codes and permitting processes as applied to interior projects.
- Collaborative mindset, with the ability to lead teams and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
Why Cuningham?
Together, we create enduring experiences for a healthy world.
Whether we are celebrating at a Spirit hour, nurturing an equitable and just work environment, or delivering regenerative design solutions to restore natural and human systems, each exchange is an opportunity to create a better future and support the health of our talent and communities. Our values are simple and impact every aspect of our practice:
Celebrate curiosity.
Design the future.
Restore the earth.
Take care of each other.
Have fun.
What can we create together?
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Cuningham is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the strength diversity brings to the workplace when combined with equity and justice. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, genetic information, national origin, disability, military, or veteran status.
Top Skills
Adobe Creative Suite
Bluebeam
Designspec Software
Enscape
Lumion
MS Office
Revit/Bim 360
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The Company
What We Do
Founded in 1968 by John Cuningham, Cuningham is based on a model of architecture that is highly inclusive and incorporates extensive client, consultant, engineer, and contractor participation. In 2018 we celebrated 50 years of growth, exciting projects, and collaborative client and partner relationships. Through a collaborative approach both internally and externally, there is no end to the good that we can do together to create a beautiful, balanced world.
