Interior Designer

Title: Interior Designer

Location: Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Full time

Job Description:

Champion Your Future with Tarkett Sports and Ampere and AMP up your career with a world leader in sports construction and surfacing.

We are seeking a Interior Designer to support our team at Ampere, which specializes in architectural design services, master planning, renovations, and conceptual visualizations of sports facilities. Based in a central location for U.S. sports design and architecture, Ampere brings its industry-leading talent to exciting projects across North America.  

The Interior Designer will be working from our office in Kansas City, MO reporting to our Principal Director of Sports Design and supports Ampere’s interior design practice, contributing to project delivery, collaborating with the design team, and serving as a client partner. Ensures design excellence and technical accuracy across all project phases.

Ampere is part of Tarkett Sports; born from an entrepreneurial spirit and driven to find better solutions, Tarkett Sports challenges the status quo and continues to change the game for athletes and facility owners—pioneering innovations that have reshaped entire industries.

Our team is made up of the most experienced and knowledgeable experts in the field.

From architectural design and full-scope construction to a comprehensive portfolio of industry-leading sports surfacing solutions, we lead with passion, pride, and purpose.

Trusted at every level, from professional stadiums to local community venues, Tarkett Sports is at the surface of over 80,000 installations – highlighted by projects in NFL, CFL, MLS, and at renowned NCAA division I programs.   

Join the team behind renowned names like FieldTurf, Beynon Sports, ClassicCourt, GrassMaster, Tarkett Sports Indoor and Tarkett Sports Construction. Help us build the next world-class venue.

What you’ll do:

As an Interior Designer, you will play an important role in shaping the future of our interior design practice. You’ll contribute with purpose, bring creative vision, and deliver with precision.

• Contribute to and support a dedicated interior design team, fostering a culture of excellence and mentorship

• Support Ampere’s market presence in interior design services through client engagement and design quality

• Manage projects from concept through construction administration, ensuring design intent and budget alignment

• Serve as the primary point of contact for major clients, nurturing long-term relationships

• Collaborate with the design team and firm leadership to support strategic planning and cultural development

• Champion the firm’s brand, values, and vision through servant leadership and example-setting

What you need for success:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or Architecture from an accredited program

• NCIDQ Certification (required)

• Additional credentials preferred: NCARB, RA, AIA, LEED AP, WELL AP

Experience

• 5+ years of professional experience in interior design or architecture

• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex, multi-phase projects

• Experience growing design practice and mentoring junior staff

Technical & Design Skills

• High proficiency in: Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Rendering software (Lumion, Enscape, D5, Twinmotion, or equivalent)

• Strong knowledge of:

  • Building codes, ADA, construction methods, and documentation standards

  • FF&E, materiality, and detailing

  • 3D modeling, rendering, and presentation graphics

• Design excellence in:

  • Conceptual thinking and problem-solving

  • Hospitality-infused design across diverse project types

  • Space planning, material selection, and aesthetic detailing

Leadership & Communication

• Collaborative mindset with a commitment to firm decisions and culture

• Ability to manage multiple teams and deadlines with clarity and confidence

• Business development acumen and client retention skills

• Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication

• Comfortable presenting to clients, stakeholders, and review boards

What We Offer

• Hybrid work option*

• Benefits that go beyond the basics

• Matching contribution retirement savings plan  

• Learning & development program  

• EAP program + family  

• Generous holiday schedule available

*If applicable

Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future

• EcoVadis Platinum Medal - recognizing top 1% global performance in sustainability excellence.

• Goal Zero - commitment to diverting job site and manufacturing waste from landfill.

• Industry-leading manufacturing systems certified to ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 14001 (environmental), and ISO 45001 (health & safety).

• Leading recycling and material regeneration through two owned and operated facilities.

Who We Are:

Tarkett Sports is a world leader in sports construction and surfacing, providing architectural design, full-scope construction services, and a comprehensive portfolio of industry-leading sports surfacing solutions.

Trusted by leading programs at every level, we're proud to deliver a seamless turnkey experience for our clients.

• Over 80,000 Installations Worldwide

• Over 25 Years of Experience

• Collection of Leading Solutions

• One Answer for Your entire Facility