Interior Designer Jobs in San Francisco, CA
Interior Designer jobs in San Francisco concentrate in the Design District, SoMa, and the Financial District, with strong demand from architecture firms, high-end residential studios, and commercial real estate developers. Employers hiring right now include HOK, DGA, and HGA. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Work type56% Hybrid
Top credentialBachelor's degree in interior design
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HGA
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Vesta Home
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Project Manager - Interior Designer
HGA·San Francisco, California
Job functions:
$115k - $132k/yr
Bachelor's degree in interior design
501-1,000 employees
Job Description
Overview::
At HGA, we believe design has the power to create meaningful change. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our San Francisco Interior Design practice, where you'll collaborate with award-winning designers, architects, and thought leaders to deliver innovative environments that inspire discovery, connection, and performance.
This is an opportunity to lead transformative projects for clients across various markets, combining strategic thinking, design excellence, sustainability, and research-driven solutions to create spaces that have a lasting impact.
As a Project Manager, you will play a key leadership role in guiding projects from concept through completion while serving as a trusted advisor to clients and project teams.
In this role you will:
What you will need to have:
Salary Information:
The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary Range: $115,000 to $132,200 depending on qualifications and experience.
Additional Information:
HGA is a place where you can do your best work. We believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy, are fueled by curiosity, and embrace the hard work that leads to innovation. Equally important is our commitment to creating a culture of inclusivity and diversity where we encourage your originality, respect the need for flexibility and work-life balance, and empower your desired career growth. HGA is a national award-winning interdisciplinary design firm rooted in architecture and engineering.
Learn more about us here.
Application Requirements & Instructions
Please submit resume and portfolio for consideration.
Make a lasting impact through design!
Location: San Francisco, CA
At HGA, we believe design has the power to create meaningful change. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our San Francisco Interior Design practice, where you'll collaborate with award-winning designers, architects, and thought leaders to deliver innovative environments that inspire discovery, connection, and performance.
This is an opportunity to lead transformative projects for clients across various markets, combining strategic thinking, design excellence, sustainability, and research-driven solutions to create spaces that have a lasting impact.
As a Project Manager, you will play a key leadership role in guiding projects from concept through completion while serving as a trusted advisor to clients and project teams.
You will:
- Lead multidisciplinary project teams through all phases of design and delivery.
- Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and client expectations.
- Foster collaboration among designers, architects, consultants, and stakeholders.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted strategic partner.
- Support the pursuit of design excellence while ensuring project performance and quality.
- Contribute to the growth of our Science & Technology practice through exceptional service and leadership.
In this role you will:
- Collaborate with industry professionals in evaluation of project requirements and help to negotiate an acceptable owner-architect agreement including the fee and time schedule.
- Demonstrate task-focused mastery of project scope, profitability, schedule and budget.
- Complete projects on schedule, within budget and with maximum client satisfaction.
- Negotiate critical issues with top-level architects, engineers and officials of other organizations and firms.
- Utilize experience and technical knowledge and monitor quality of the construction documents keeping in mind schedules/budgets and provide coaching/communication as appropriate with team leaders and/or team members who are responsible for workflow/timelines, etc.
- Develop discipline cost and work-hour budgets for each project and monitor project costs, completion status against budget schedules/timelines.
- Oversee all correspondence and pertinent documents, making sure they are accurate, sign or obtain signatures and seek legal counsel as appropriate.
- Coordinate review and evaluation of contractor bids and work with Principal so that award recommendation can be submitted to owner.
- Provide day-to-day leadership in the absence of and as delegated by the Principal, Practice Group Leader and/or Department Leader keeping lines of communication open with all office management leaders and assist with preparation of client billings prior to submittal for signature.
- Collaborate with the senior leadership as requested in the marketing of projects including development of proposals and participation in client interviews.
- Set an example for team effort through the spirit of cooperation and collaboration while directing, organizing, coaching and mentoring junior staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you will need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field from an accredited program.
- 7 to 10 years of professional experience in interior design, including prior Project Management experience.
- NCIDQ or CID accreditation strongly preferred.
- Proven leadership and project management skills with a track record of successfully delivering projects.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both team members and clients.
- Ability to oversee and be responsible for all aspects of project delivery, ensuring timely and quality results.
- Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, and other industry-standard software, alongside expertise in Microsoft Office products.
Salary Information:
The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary Range: $115,000 to $132,200 depending on qualifications and experience.
Additional Information:
HGA is a place where you can do your best work. We believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy, are fueled by curiosity, and embrace the hard work that leads to innovation. Equally important is our commitment to creating a culture of inclusivity and diversity where we encourage your originality, respect the need for flexibility and work-life balance, and empower your desired career growth. HGA is a national award-winning interdisciplinary design firm rooted in architecture and engineering.
Learn more about us here.
Application Requirements & Instructions
Please submit resume and portfolio for consideration.
HGA
Project Manager - Interior Designer
San Francisco, California
Added 1w ago501-1,000 employees
Job functions:
$115k - $132k/yr
Bachelor's degree in interior design
Job Description
Overview::
At HGA, we believe design has the power to create meaningful change. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our San Francisco Interior Design practice, where you'll collaborate with award-winning designers, architects, and thought leaders to deliver innovative environments that inspire discovery, connection, and performance.
This is an opportunity to lead transformative projects for clients across various markets, combining strategic thinking, design excellence, sustainability, and research-driven solutions to create spaces that have a lasting impact.
As a Project Manager, you will play a key leadership role in guiding projects from concept through completion while serving as a trusted advisor to clients and project teams.
In this role you will:
What you will need to have:
Salary Information:
The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary Range: $115,000 to $132,200 depending on qualifications and experience.
Additional Information:
HGA is a place where you can do your best work. We believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy, are fueled by curiosity, and embrace the hard work that leads to innovation. Equally important is our commitment to creating a culture of inclusivity and diversity where we encourage your originality, respect the need for flexibility and work-life balance, and empower your desired career growth. HGA is a national award-winning interdisciplinary design firm rooted in architecture and engineering.
Learn more about us here.
Application Requirements & Instructions
Please submit resume and portfolio for consideration.
Make a lasting impact through design!
Location: San Francisco, CA
At HGA, we believe design has the power to create meaningful change. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our San Francisco Interior Design practice, where you'll collaborate with award-winning designers, architects, and thought leaders to deliver innovative environments that inspire discovery, connection, and performance.
This is an opportunity to lead transformative projects for clients across various markets, combining strategic thinking, design excellence, sustainability, and research-driven solutions to create spaces that have a lasting impact.
As a Project Manager, you will play a key leadership role in guiding projects from concept through completion while serving as a trusted advisor to clients and project teams.
You will:
- Lead multidisciplinary project teams through all phases of design and delivery.
- Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and client expectations.
- Foster collaboration among designers, architects, consultants, and stakeholders.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted strategic partner.
- Support the pursuit of design excellence while ensuring project performance and quality.
- Contribute to the growth of our Science & Technology practice through exceptional service and leadership.
In this role you will:
- Collaborate with industry professionals in evaluation of project requirements and help to negotiate an acceptable owner-architect agreement including the fee and time schedule.
- Demonstrate task-focused mastery of project scope, profitability, schedule and budget.
- Complete projects on schedule, within budget and with maximum client satisfaction.
- Negotiate critical issues with top-level architects, engineers and officials of other organizations and firms.
- Utilize experience and technical knowledge and monitor quality of the construction documents keeping in mind schedules/budgets and provide coaching/communication as appropriate with team leaders and/or team members who are responsible for workflow/timelines, etc.
- Develop discipline cost and work-hour budgets for each project and monitor project costs, completion status against budget schedules/timelines.
- Oversee all correspondence and pertinent documents, making sure they are accurate, sign or obtain signatures and seek legal counsel as appropriate.
- Coordinate review and evaluation of contractor bids and work with Principal so that award recommendation can be submitted to owner.
- Provide day-to-day leadership in the absence of and as delegated by the Principal, Practice Group Leader and/or Department Leader keeping lines of communication open with all office management leaders and assist with preparation of client billings prior to submittal for signature.
- Collaborate with the senior leadership as requested in the marketing of projects including development of proposals and participation in client interviews.
- Set an example for team effort through the spirit of cooperation and collaboration while directing, organizing, coaching and mentoring junior staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you will need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field from an accredited program.
- 7 to 10 years of professional experience in interior design, including prior Project Management experience.
- NCIDQ or CID accreditation strongly preferred.
- Proven leadership and project management skills with a track record of successfully delivering projects.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both team members and clients.
- Ability to oversee and be responsible for all aspects of project delivery, ensuring timely and quality results.
- Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, and other industry-standard software, alongside expertise in Microsoft Office products.
Salary Information:
The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary Range: $115,000 to $132,200 depending on qualifications and experience.
Additional Information:
HGA is a place where you can do your best work. We believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy, are fueled by curiosity, and embrace the hard work that leads to innovation. Equally important is our commitment to creating a culture of inclusivity and diversity where we encourage your originality, respect the need for flexibility and work-life balance, and empower your desired career growth. HGA is a national award-winning interdisciplinary design firm rooted in architecture and engineering.
Learn more about us here.
Application Requirements & Instructions
Please submit resume and portfolio for consideration.
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Who's Hiring
- HOK14
- DGA7
- HGA7
- Vesta7
- AvroKO7
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate14
- Consulting & Professional Services14
- Fintech7
- Technology & Software7
Interior Designer Jobs in San Francisco: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an interior designer job in San Francisco?
Focus on sectors that drive consistent hiring in San Francisco: luxury residential, hospitality design, and commercial office fit-outs for tech-sector tenants. Firms concentrated in SoMa and the Design District tend to hire designers with a strong portfolio in contemporary or mixed-use projects. Knowledge of California Title 24 energy standards and local permit workflows gives candidates a clear edge over applicants without Bay Area project experience.
Which companies hire interior designers in San Francisco?
San Francisco interior designer roles are posted by HOK, DGA, and HGA and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. The local market includes independent design studios, mid-size architecture firms, and hospitality groups with ongoing renovation pipelines across the city.
Are there remote interior designer jobs in San Francisco?
Yes, though remote availability is limited given how much of the work is on-site and client-facing. About 56% of interior designer openings tied to San Francisco are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with most flexibility found in design documentation, space planning, and client presentation work rather than site visits or installs.
How can I get an interior designer job in San Francisco with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in San Francisco is a junior or design assistant role at a mid-size residential or hospitality firm, where smaller teams give you faster exposure to full project cycles. Local firms in the Design District and SoMa frequently hire recent graduates comfortable with Revit, SketchUp, and material sourcing. A portfolio that shows Bay Area project aesthetics, even from coursework, makes a strong first impression.
Which industries hire the most interior designers in San Francisco?
Most interior designer openings in San Francisco sit in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Fintech, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. San Francisco's concentration of hospitality renovations, high-end residential developments, and commercial office retrofits keeps those sectors consistently active for design talent.
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