Senior Project Designer

Bring ideas to life. Lead with creativity. Design spaces that inspire.

Are you an experienced designer who loves transforming ideas into inspiring environments, building meaningful client relationships, and guiding projects from concept to completion?

At Parron Hall, great design is about more than creating beautiful spaces. It's about understanding how people work, learn, heal, and connect, then developing thoughtful solutions that help them thrive.

For more than 75 years, we've partnered with organizations to create innovative interior environments through creative thinking, trusted relationships, and exceptional service.

Now, we're looking for a Senior Project Designer who brings a passion for design, strong technical expertise, and the confidence to lead projects while inspiring the people around them.

If you're energized by solving design challenges, collaborating with clients, and turning creative concepts into functional, impactful spaces, we'd love to meet you.

Your Opportunity to Make an Impact

As a Senior Project Designer, you'll play a leading role in shaping interior environments that support our clients' goals and enhance the way people experience their spaces.

You'll guide projects through every phase of the design process, from initial programming and space planning to product specifications, installation coordination, and final project completion.

Working closely with clients, sales professionals, project managers, and installation teams, you'll translate ideas into thoughtful design solutions while ensuring accuracy, quality, and a seamless client experience.

You'll also serve as a mentor and resource for junior designers and production staff, sharing your expertise and helping strengthen the team's creative and technical capabilities.

This role offers the opportunity to combine creative leadership, technical design expertise, client collaboration, and project ownership while making a visible impact on the spaces people use every day.

What You'll Do

Create inspiring, client-focused design solutions

• • Collaborate directly with clients to understand their goals, workplace needs, and design priorities.
  • Lead programming sessions, needs assessments, space planning discussions, and interactive design meetings.
  • Develop creative furniture layouts, space plans, and design concepts that balance aesthetics, functionality, and client objectives.
  • Present design solutions, product recommendations, and finish selections with clarity and confidence.
  • Guide clients through the design process, helping them make informed decisions and feel confident in the final solution.

Lead projects from concept to completion

• • Take ownership of assigned design projects, ensuring deliverables meet client expectations, project timelines, and budget requirements.
  • Conduct site visits, field measurements, existing furniture inventories, and plan verification.
  • Develop accurate working drawings, furniture specifications, and installation documentation.
  • Coordinate revisions, maintain project records, and secure necessary client approvals.
  • Review design documentation for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with construction and engineering plans.
  • Participate in field reviews and punch list coordination to support successful project completion.

Connect teams and bring projects together

• • Collaborate with sales, project coordinators, project managers, and installation teams to support smooth project execution.
  • Coordinate with architects, designers, contractors, electricians, IT professionals, and other project partners.
  • Help integrate furniture solutions with building conditions, electrical requirements, and technology infrastructure.
  • Lead pre-installation discussions and communicate important design and project details to operational teams.
  • Proactively identify challenges, communicate project updates, and help keep projects moving forward.

Mentor designers and elevate design excellence

• • Provide guidance, coordination, and technical support to junior designers and production staff.
  • Review design work to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with client objectives.
  • Share product knowledge, design expertise, and best practices to support team development.
  • Collaborate with the Design Manager to balance project priorities, resources, and deadlines.
  • Embrace continuous learning and stay engaged with evolving design practices, workplace trends, and innovative solutions.

Support quality and project success

• • Develop design proposals, project estimates, and related documentation.
  • Track design time and project progress to support efficient resource and budget management.
  • Maintain accurate records of decisions, approvals, project communications, and deliverables.
  • Support project billing and invoicing responsibilities as assigned.
  • Take pride in delivering accurate, thoughtful, and high-quality design solutions that create exceptional client experiences.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for a creative, collaborative professional who combines strong design expertise with the ability to lead projects, build relationships, and bring thoughtful solutions to life.

You'll be a strong fit if you:

• • Have experience in commercial interior design, contract furniture, and workplace planning.
  • Enjoy leading design projects and collaborating directly with clients.
  • Can translate client needs into creative, functional, and technically accurate design solutions.
  • Are confident developing and presenting space plans, furniture layouts, finish selections, and product recommendations.
  • Have experience preparing detailed drawings, furniture specifications, and installation documentation.
  • Understand how furniture design integrates with architecture, construction, electrical systems, and technology.
  • Are familiar with applicable building codes, accessibility requirements, and commercial interiors industry standards.
  • Have experience with design and specification software such as AutoCAD, 2020, and CET/Configura.
  • Enjoy mentoring others, sharing knowledge, and contributing to a collaborative design team.
  • Are organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple project priorities.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, colleagues, and project partners.
  • Bring curiosity, initiative, and a passion for creating environments where people thrive.

Why Build Your Career at Parron Hall?

Your creativity will make a difference. You'll help shape inspiring environments that support the people who work, learn, heal, and connect within them.

You'll have the opportunity to lead. You'll take ownership of meaningful design projects, build trusted client relationships, and help guide the next generation of design talent.

You'll collaborate with people who share your passion. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in design, sales, project management, and operations who value teamwork, innovation, and exceptional results.

Your ideas and expertise will matter. You'll have the opportunity to contribute creative solutions, share your perspective, and help deliver thoughtful environments that make a lasting impact.

You'll be part of something established and forward-thinking. With more than 75 years of experience, Parron Hall combines proven expertise with a commitment to innovation, adaptability, and creating spaces that help people thrive.

Location and Work Flexibility

Location: In San Diego, CA or remote

Discover Life at Parron Hall

Great work starts with great people. At Parron Hall, you'll be part of a collaborative, supportive team that values creativity, innovation, and helping one another succeed.

Want to learn more about our company culture and employee benefits? Visit parronhall.com/careers to discover what it's like to be part of our team.

Ready to Design What's Next?

If you're passionate about thoughtful design, meaningful collaboration, and creating inspiring spaces, we'd love to hear from you.

Take the next step in your design career with Parron Hall.

Please send your resume, cover letter, and portfolio (if available) to Louis Muraca at lmuraca@parronhall.com

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled