Interior Architecture Designer II (Job Captain)

When was the last time you laughed at work?

At Sym8, it happens a lot—right alongside deadlines, construction challenges, and real-world problem-solving. We design workplaces that have to work in the real world, from corporate offices and medical offices to educational, laboratory, and industrial environments. Through thoughtful design, we help organizations support collaboration, wellness, and evolving ways of working.

People often tell us our studio feels comfortable, welcoming, and genuinely supportive. We take our projects seriously, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We value kindness, collaboration, growth, and showing up for each other—especially when the pressure is on.

If your intuition is nudging you toward a place where you can do great work, build real friendships, and grow as a professional, take a look at the qualifications below and our Work Life at Sym8 summary. If it feels like a fit—or simply makes you curious—we’d love to hear from you and start a conversation.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate with internal project teams, consultants, contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives.
• Develop design concepts and lead the selection of finishes, furniture, materials, and details.
• Produce, manage, and quality check detailed construction documentation, ensuring design intent is fully realized.
• Resolve complex design and technical challenges with innovative, buildable solutions.
• Review contract submittals, shop drawings, and samples to maintain design integrity throughout the projects.
• Participate in construction administration, including site visits, punch lists, and field observations.
• Support project financial performance and contribute to proposals, scopes, and contracts.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and reliable follow-through.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to internal learning, presentations, and studio development.

Qualifications You Will Need

• Experience with workplace planning, corporate office environments, medical offices, or similarly complex interior projects.
• Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, and Bluebeam.
• Strong knowledge of materials, finishes, codes, and construction methodologies.
• Solid experience preparing construction documents and performing field observations.
• Collaborative mindset with a strong sense of team responsibility.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Effective time-management skills with the ability to prioritize, delegate, and meet deadlines.
• Passionate, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.

Your Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture.
• 5+ years of experience in workplace interior architecture and design projects, including corporate office environments.
• Certifications such as NCIDQ, CID, LEED AP, and WELL AP are highly valued
  

Work Life at Sym8

Sym8 is an interior architecture and design firm located in Orange County, California, specializing in workplace environments. Our work includes corporate offices, medical offices, educational facilities, laboratories, and industrial workplace environments, all driven by a passion for sustainability, wellness, and altruism.

Here, you’ll work in an environment that champions creativity, supports both personal and professional growth, and empowers you to make a meaningful impact – on your projects, your community, and the world around you. At Sym8, every voice matters, and we listen. Our competitive benefits program includes unlimited PTO with an emphasis on community volunteerism and genuine work-life balance – because to us, it’s more than a talking point; it’s a core value. If you’re inspired by purpose-driven work and a collaborative, supportive culture, we’d love to meet you. Apply now and let’s start the conversation.