Explore Design Manager Jobs

Design Managers guide creative teams and shape products, services, and brand experiences. They connect design strategy with business goals, mentor designers, and collaborate with partners across product, engineering, marketing, and research. Explore vetted Design Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Design Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization and specialty. Design Managers may set team priorities, oversee design systems and workflows, provide feedback on concepts, and ensure that work meets customer needs and quality standards. They also hire and develop talent, advocate for design in leadership discussions, and help teams deliver consistent results.

Common Design Manager Specialties

Roles may focus on product design, user experience (UX), user interface (UI), visual design, brand, or service design. Some managers lead a multidisciplinary team, while others concentrate on a particular product area or customer journey. Review each job description to understand the team's scope, reporting structure, and expectations.

Skills Employers Look For

Employers often seek people leadership, clear communication, strategic thinking, and a strong grasp of design principles and user-centered methods. Depending on the role, experience with prototyping, research, design systems, accessibility, and collaboration tools may be valuable. Familiarity with product development and the ability to connect design decisions to measurable outcomes can also help.

Find Your Next Design Leadership Role

Compare opportunities by specialty, industry, location, work arrangement, and team scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced design leaders discover roles aligned with their skills and career goals. Explore current Design Manager openings and identify the opportunity that fits your next step.

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$122K - $160K *

Lead project management initiatives across diverse teams, ensuring adherence to governance, effective resource allocation, and timely delivery of project milestones while fostering collaboration and c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$106K - $137K *

Drive project success by managing governance, schedules, and resources across multiple initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure quality deliverables while adapting to evolving priorities...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $189K *

Join our team to lead multiple projects, ensuring adherence to governance, managing resources, and delivering quality outcomes. Collaborate across departments to drive success and navigate changing pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$122K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success across multiple sectors. You'll manage project governance, schedules, and resources while ensuring quality deliverables and effective communicat...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$174K - $267K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and evolve a design system that enhances user experiences. Drive collaboration across design, product, and engineering while fostering talent and innovation in a high-perfo...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Help us shape the future of our brand by leading creative initiatives across campaigns, digital channels, and events. Collaborate with marketing teams to ensure a consistent visual identity and impact...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $95K *

Transform your career by managing impactful construction projects that enhance healthcare environments. Oversee planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful project delivery an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $140K *

Shape the future of our organization by leading mission-critical projects, enhancing workflows, and implementing innovative technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance with budgets and schedules, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver successful outcomes in a dynamic envir...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Drive the planning practice by leading complex land development projects, mentoring staff, and fostering client relationships to enhance business growth and service delivery across Alberta...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Champion the future of automation by leading PLC and Robotics Programming teams. Drive project success through technical oversight, resource management, and continuous improvement, ensuring high-quali...

London, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $200K *

Shape the future of environmental engineering by leading complex wastewater projects. Oversee budgets, schedules, and quality standards while mentoring a diverse team. Engage with clients and stakehol...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Optimize team performance by leading architectural projects, managing client relationships, and developing design standards. Drive business growth while ensuring effective operations and fostering sta...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading technology-driven manufacturing projects. Drive complex initiatives from concept to delivery, ensuring quality and profitability while collaborating with cross-functiona...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage and oversee construction projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence. Collaborate with teams on multi-location roll-outs, maintaining strong communication with stakeholders and co...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of brand messaging by leading creative projects across multiple platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop impactful content that resonates with audiences and drive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing diverse projects from inception to completion. You'll lead small to medium-sized projects, ensuring effective collaboration and client satisfaction while overs...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading overhead line construction projects. Drive operational excellence, ensure safety compliance, and foster strong client relationships while managing site teams and subco...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex IT enterprise projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope. Collaborate across teams, utilizing PMI methodologies and tools to drive successful outcom...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $165K *

Transform the future of urban design by leading a multidisciplinary team to create safe, inclusive, and sustainable public spaces. Drive impactful projects while fostering a collaborative culture and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$134K - $179K *

Lead a dynamic team in engineering design, ensuring project efficiency and quality from development to closeout while exceeding client expectations and fostering staff growth...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of customer success and digital engagement. Drive AI-enabled adoption strategies, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and leverage data insights to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading large-scale power generation projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive project success from incep...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $158K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple construction projects from planning to closeout, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and quality standards while fostering strong client relationships and team coll...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $160K *

Pioneer innovative project management for in-store marketing materials, ensuring timely delivery and quality across 300 locations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the associate and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Design Manager do?question toggle

    A Design Manager leads designers and helps set design direction, priorities, and quality standards. The role often includes coaching and hiring, reviewing work, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and aligning design decisions with customer and business needs.

  • What types of Design Manager jobs are available?question toggle

    Openings may include product design, UX, UI, visual, brand, or service design management. Some roles lead a broad design function; others focus on a product, team, or specific area of the customer experience.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Design Manager roles?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for relevant design experience, a portfolio or record of shipped work, and experience leading or mentoring people. Requirements vary, but may include expertise in a design specialty, cross-functional collaboration, and familiarity with design systems and user research.

  • How much do Design Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, experience, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Design Manager opportunities.

  • How can I find Design Manager jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse Design Manager openings on Ladders and compare roles by specialty, location, work arrangement, and responsibilities. Review qualifications and compensation details in each listing to find a strong fit.