Interior Designer Jobs in Virginia
Interior Designer jobs in Virginia are active across a range of sectors, from federal government contracting and corporate office fit-outs in Northern Virginia to hospitality, healthcare, and high-end residential projects in Richmond and Hampton Roads, with openings at every level from junior designer to senior project lead. Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads metro see the heaviest hiring, where established employers like Gensler, Booz Allen Hamilton's facilities arm, and major hotel and hospitality groups maintain consistent interior design teams. The most in-demand specialties in Virginia include commercial office, federal and government facility interiors, and healthcare design. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About RRMM Architects
RRMM Architects is an award-winning, multi-disciplinary design firm. Every day our employees strive to create exceptional places to live, work, play, and learn. Our firm uses the power of design to strengthen and inspire the communities we serve.
We have been recognized as the largest architecture-based firm in Virginia, by Virginia Business Magazine. We are also a Top 2024 Design Firm in the Nation by Engineering News-Record and a 2024 Top Architectural Firm by Architectural Record.
While we are large enough to rank nationally, RRMM Architects consists of a tight knit, collaborative group with diverse backgrounds and design experiences. We are united by the common interest to provide superior service to our clients.
RRMM is searching for an interior designer that will play an integral rose in our continued growth through the Mid-Atlantic. This position is based out of our headquarters in Chesapeake, Virginis with the opportunity to work from home two days a week once fully trained and approved by the supervisor. This position will require assisting in design and completing the interior design requirements for projects – starting with design concepts followed by construction documents and construction administration.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide programming, space planning and spatial layouts
- Create original design concepts, including finish materials, and presentation boards.
- Coordinate with consultants including architectural, lighting, MEP, etc.
- Develop full interior drawing sets, including floor plans, elevations, RCP, millwork, details & specific schedules.
- Develop FF&E packages
- Ensure continuity and consistency of design deliverables, meet project schedules, budgets and deadlines.
- Review and check all work for design, accuracy and completeness.
- Manage and work effectively within a collaborative team environment on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in interior design or interior architecture.
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience with experience designing interior projects for the healthcare, state/DEB, municipal and/or education.
- Knowledge of custom millwork construction.
- Demonstrated REVIT experience
- Knowledge of construction materials, details, standards and building codes.
- Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
- REVIT
RRMM offers competitive wages that include potential bonus(s) and benefits to include medical, dental, vision, life, STD/LTD, 401(k), paid time off. If this sounds like you, apply today or send your resume and portfolio directly at humanresources@rrmm.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you authorized to work in the US without future sponsorship?
Ability to Commute:
- Chesapeake, VA 23320 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chesapeake, VA 23320: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chesapeake, VA 23320
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Interior Designer Job Market in Virginia
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in interior designer jobs across Virginia.
- Active NCIDQ certification or eligibility to obtain Virginia interior designer title registration
- Bachelor's degree in interior design or architecture from an accredited program
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp for construction documentation and space planning
- Experience with commercial, healthcare, or government facility interior projects in Virginia
- Familiarity with Virginia building codes, ADA standards, and life safety regulations
- Strong portfolio demonstrating completed projects from concept through construction administration
Interior Designer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a interior designer in Virginia?
Virginia does not mandate a state license for interior designers to practice, but the title 'Certified Interior Designer' is a recognized professional designation administered through the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, requiring NCIDQ exam passage and qualifying education. Most employers in Virginia expect at minimum a bachelor's degree from a Council for Interior Design Accreditation program. Completing the NCIDQ certification strengthens candidacy significantly, particularly for commercial and government-sector roles.
How much do interior designers make in Virginia?
Interior designers in Virginia earn a median of about $62,560 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $43,230 for the lowest 10% to over $100,030 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire interior designers in Virginia?
Employers hiring interior designers in Virginia right now include Burns & McDonnell, AECOM, and WSP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's concentration of federal agencies, defense contractors, and large corporate headquarters in Northern Virginia drives particularly steady demand for designers with commercial and government facility experience.
Which Virginia cities have the most interior designer jobs?
Arlington, Roanoke, and Norfolk have the most interior designer openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia leads because of its dense cluster of federal agencies, consulting firms, and corporate campuses, while Richmond draws hiring through its growing hospitality sector and institutional clients, and Hampton Roads supports design work tied to military facilities and healthcare expansion across the region.
Are there remote interior designer jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they are uncommon. Interior design work is largely site-dependent, requiring on-site measurement, client walkthroughs, and contractor coordination. About 50% of interior designer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote arrangements more likely for early-concept work, space planning, and specification writing than for construction administration or client-facing project phases.
How can I get hired as a interior designer in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or junior designer role at a mid-size commercial firm in Northern Virginia or Richmond, where firms regularly bring on new graduates to support project documentation and FF&E sourcing. Large architecture and design firms with Virginia offices often post entry-level drafter or design assistant positions that transition into full designer roles. Building a portfolio with academic projects and pursuing NCIDQ eligibility early gives candidates a measurable edge over those without formal credentials.
Where can I find and apply to interior designer jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to interior designer jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across commercial, residential, healthcare, and government sectors. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly through the listings.
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