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If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply. This role is remote within the U.S., with a preference for candidates located in or near one of the US CannonDesign offices.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Under the direction of designated project leadership, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading and engaging with clients and teams in delivering services to creatively solve problems and perform with a high degree of latitude.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Provide leadership to the client and project team in establishment of the project goals and vision.
- Provide project interior leadership with a focus in furniture planning and furniture design across multiple projects.
- Lead the design development of the project's goals through all phases of the project (the Pursuit, Programming, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, Procurement, and Construction Administration).
- Evaluate client needs, analyze and effectively document design objectives and spatial requirements.
- Responsible for leading the interior design approach with a focus on furniture within the project team.
- Responsible for the conceptual and design development of interior spaces with a focus on furniture design for the project.
- Coordinate project design work and code compliance.
- Coordinate work with other disciplines, including architecture, engineering, and consultants.
- Conduct a review of drawings and support functions in conformance with project time, budget and quality constraints.
- Oversight of and production of design visualization.
- Assist and/or lead in project planning through development and follow through of work plans/budgeting.
- Develop the schedule of work for the interior design components focusing on furniture of the project.
- Assist in or lead client meetings.
- Maintain positive client and team relations.
- Implement, follow, maintain, and enforce interior design standards with a focus on furniture used throughout interior design team in all project aspects/ phases.
- Serve as a furniture subject matter expert for project teams. Lead the development of and/or produce documentation for furniture, fixtures and equipment (FFE) throughout all phases of the interior design work, as required.
- Specification development and coordination.
- Mentor less experienced interior design staff.
- Actively participate and promote design leadership.
- Collaborate with design leadership.
- Consult with product vendors.
- Lead and/or participate in marketing activities, including proposal development and interviews.
- Participate in construction administration activities, including site visits, review of submittals and shop drawings, and conducting punch lists. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
- May perform other duties as required.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- Bachelor or master's degree in interior design, Interior Architecture, or relevant field required.
- A strong furniture/interior design portfolio demonstrating planning, specification, and implementation experience is preferred.
- A minimum of 8 years of related experience required.
- Relevant furniture planning, specification, and procurement experience strongly preferred.
- Current NCIDQ certification is preferred.
- Ability to provide interior design leadership focusing on furniture across large-scale projects/programs or multiple projects.
- Strong design, storytelling and technical skills as well as the knowledge of building and life safety codes required.
- Exceptional presentation, organizational, team building, collaboration, and communication skills are a must.
- The ability to build and maintain client relationships is essential.
- Experience leading a high-performing team is preferred.
- Critical thinker.
- Highly analytical.
- Must be a fully qualified professional able to perform work with a high degree of latitude, with some ambiguity in work.
- Proficiency with Revit, Enscape, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite required.
- Travel as required.
The salary range for this position is $81,955 to $102,398 annually. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs.
ABOUT OUR FIRM
CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don't just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It's more than a philosophy — it's who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.
ABOUT WORKING HERE
- We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
- We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
- We're about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we're ready for you.
Please note that candidates can only apply to our positions on our company Careers site. It's not uncommon for scammers to create positions that look legitimate on other sites; never enter your information or apply for CannonDesign positions on any platform. Should an issue arise that you feel we should be aware of, please contact us. Please provide your resume and portfolio when applying.
As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.
CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm's policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign's policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Interior Designer
Document your portfolio for PERM review
PERM requires your employer to prove no qualified U.S. worker is available. A well-organized portfolio demonstrating specialized skills in commercial or hospitality design strengthens the job description and supports the recruitment audit if DOL requests documentation.
Identify firms with PERM filing history
Search OFLC disclosure data for Interior Designer or Interior Design Manager job titles. Firms that have certified LCAs and PERM applications before are already familiar with the sponsorship process, which means fewer delays from your employer learning it for the first time.
Clarify whether EB-2 or EB-3 fits your credentials
EB-2 requires a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience. EB-3 covers bachelor's-level professionals. Your degree equivalency, especially if earned outside the U.S., determines which category applies and affects the PERM job description your employer files.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Filter by Interior Designer roles with green card sponsorship history using Migrate Mate. This surfaces firms that have filed PERM applications for design professionals before, so you target employers with a proven process rather than starting that conversation from scratch.
Negotiate a start date that accommodates PERM timing
PERM labor certification typically takes six to eighteen months before USCIS even receives the I-140 petition. Discuss this timeline with your prospective employer early so your offer letter and onboarding expectations account for the full green card process, not just a temporary work authorization start.
Verify your job title matches prevailing wage classifications
Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offered role maps to the correct SOC code for Interior Designers. A misclassified title can trigger a prevailing wage issue during PERM, causing delays or denials that restart the labor certification clock entirely.
Green Card Interior Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Interior Designer roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Interior Designer positions can qualify under both categories depending on your credentials. EB-3 applies to professionals with a bachelor's degree in interior design or a related field. EB-2 applies if you hold a master's degree or can demonstrate a bachelor's degree combined with at least five years of progressive, specialized experience. Your employer's job requirements also shape which category USCIS accepts.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Interior Designers?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa capped at 85,000 per year and subject to an annual lottery. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities, and the process leads to permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. The PERM process is longer overall, typically one to three years from labor certification through I-485 approval, but the outcome is a green card rather than a visa tied to a single employer.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a design firm sponsoring an Interior Designer?
Your employer files a prevailing wage determination request with DOL, then runs a mandatory recruitment campaign to document that no qualified U.S. worker applied for the position. If recruitment is completed without a qualified U.S. applicant, DOL certifies the PERM application. The employer then files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS on your behalf. DOL and USCIS handle this process; you provide documentation but are not the direct filer.
How can I find Interior Designer jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Most general job postings don't specify green card sponsorship, so searching by PERM filing history is more reliable than keyword searches. Migrate Mate lets you filter Interior Designer roles by employers with documented employment-based sponsorship activity, which surfaces firms already familiar with PERM rather than those encountering it for the first time. Targeting experienced sponsors reduces the risk of delays caused by employer unfamiliarity with the process.
Can a foreign Interior Designer on a temporary work visa start the green card process before their visa expires?
Yes, and starting early is advisable given PERM timelines. If you're currently on an H-1B or another work visa, your employer can begin the PERM labor certification process while you maintain valid status. USCIS allows concurrent filing of the I-485 adjustment of status application once an EB-3 or EB-2 visa number is current for your country, which can shorten the overall wait once the I-140 is approved.