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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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Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful projects while managing client relationships and overseeing construction processes. Leverage your expertise in engineering systems and project man...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $150K *

Oversee project management processes, ensuring timely execution and financial success while leading a team and collaborating with clients and stakeholders on construction projects, particularly in hea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive project success by managing resources, timelines, and stakeholder communications. You'll lead complex initiatives, ensuring alignment with client goals while fostering collaboration acro...

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform organizational effectiveness by leading strategic programs that enhance employee engagement and operational efficiency, collaborating with senior leadership and HR across various departments...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $162K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional digital experiences by managing product vision and strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize customer-centric solutions and drive Agile...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that inspires architectural innovation and leads project excellence. Oversee project lifecycles, collaborate with diverse teams, and deliver transformative designs while managing schedules...

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

$80K - $95K *

Engage in managing architecturally vibrant projects from inception to completion, ensuring effective collaboration and production across all phases while maintaining budget and schedule integrity. Lea...

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

$140K - $150K *

Transform customer engagement by driving the adoption of a cutting-edge spend management solution, working closely with clients and internal teams to ensure seamless onboarding and growth across diver...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Empower a high-performing engineering team to design and manage LV/MV systems, ensuring compliance and innovation across diverse industrial sectors. Lead strategic initiatives in automation and contro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical engineering in critical industries. Lead innovative projects, mentor engineers, and drive compliance while overseeing complex automation and control...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $151K *

Champion innovation by leading tooling engineering and toolroom activities, driving safety, quality, and cost improvements while mentoring a skilled team to achieve world-class manufacturing processes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join our innovative team as the first dedicated designer for Sidekick Labs, shaping AI interactions and experiences. Collaborate closely with engineers and product managers to create intuitive, trustw...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $135K *

Lead the charge in managing construction projects from design to completion, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and quality standards while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders across...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$69K - $122K *

Advance construction projects by managing budgets, schedules, and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of facilities while maintaining safety and quality standards acros...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Transform customer requirements into actionable project plans, leading cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of innovative automotive technologies from concept through launch, while man...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $150K *

Drive innovative product development by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring timely project execution, and aligning user needs with strategic objectives in a regulated environment. Enhance projec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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Partner with us to lead and manage commercial interior design projects, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence while fostering collaboration and client relationships for successful project o...

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

$88K - $105K *

Manage and oversee project activities, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence. Collaborate with teams and clients to deliver successful interior design projects while fostering a positive de...

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

$142K - $213K *

Join a team that's driving project success across diverse portfolios. Lead cross-functional teams, mentor project managers, and enhance operational excellence in a dynamic environment focused on custo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $213K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of project execution in Power Systems. Lead diverse teams, drive operational excellence, and ensure project success across the U.S. while fostering collaboration...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $213K *

Lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of complex projects, focusing on profitability and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive operational excellence and m...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $213K *

Drive project success by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, and fostering collaboration across diverse projects. Leverage your expertise to enhance operation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $213K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse project teams to ensure successful execution of complex power systems projects across the U.S., fostering collaboration and operational excellence while mentoring f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $213K *

Lead diverse project teams to ensure successful execution of complex projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive profitability and customer satisfaction while mentoring project managers and foste...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $213K *

Pioneer project success by leading diverse teams in executing complex power systems projects. Collaborate across functions to drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction while mentoring pro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.