Design Coordinator, Interiors

Design Coordinator, Interiors

HDR is seeking a Design Coordinator, Interiors, to join our growing team and continue the legacy of providing our clients and communities with creative design solutions that enhance the health and human condition of those they serve. HDR is home to world-class expertise, and the Designer serves as our team's connection to those capabilities. A Design Coordinator embodies high standards of design excellence and innovation, integrated within the firm's overall design strategy. Responsibilities include collaborating across disciplines and market sectors in project delivery, documenting design concepts, and demonstrating knowledge of the interior design process from programming through to construction administration. The role involves advancing your craft, working both independently and as part of a team, having a solutions-based approach and being willing to learn. As a Design Coordinator, you will set a positive example, contribute to creativity and promote our collaborative culture.

Design Coordinator, Interiors at HDR with mentorship and guidance from Leadership, will participate in the following:

• Engage with Interiors and Project Leadership to understand operational plans and processes to achieve project excellence goals.
• Serve as a Team-Focused Individual positively contributing to the design process, discovering solutions and navigating challenges, in the pursuit of Design Excellence.
• Participate in Formal and Informal Design Reviews.
• Support Office Environments to promote Design Excellence and HDR's brand.
• Promote HDR in networking environments, as appropriate.
• Continually Develop Technical Knowledge related to the creation and completion of documents and details across all project phases.
• Encourage Sustainable approaches and practices to foster healthy environments and promote the well-being of occupants.
• Collaborate and Co-create ideas and concepts within a team and across disciplines, ensuring successful project delivery at all scales and complexities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pursuing Interior Design Certificate or Architecture Registration in the country you reside
• Active member in industry associations
• Sustainability Credentials/Accreditations/Certificates in the country you reside
• Experience with Bluebeam, Rhino, Enscape

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture (from an accredited school) or closely related field
• A minimum of 1 year of internship experience in relevant design firm environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs
• Competent in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Michigan-Detroit

Other Locations: United States-Michigan-Ann Arbor

Industry: Interiors

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Gen Architecture

Job Posting: Apr 15, 2026 - At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.