Director of Interior Design Jobs

Explore Director of Interior Design opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. These senior roles combine creative vision with business leadership, guiding teams and shaping interior environments for commercial, hospitality, residential, and workplace settings.

What Does a Director of Interior Design Do?

A Director of Interior Design sets design direction and oversees projects from early concepts through completion. Responsibilities may include developing design standards, presenting ideas to clients and executives, managing budgets and schedules, coordinating with architects and contractors, and ensuring that spaces meet functional, brand, accessibility, and regulatory requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek extensive interior design experience, a strong portfolio, and demonstrated leadership of teams or complex projects. Valuable skills include design strategy, space planning, materials and finishes selection, project management, client communication, budgeting, and familiarity with industry tools and building codes. Requirements vary by employer and project type; some positions may prefer professional credentials or a relevant degree.

Where Director of Interior Design Jobs Are Found

These leaders work across architecture and design firms, real estate and property companies, hospitality brands, retailers, corporate workplace teams, and other organizations that create or manage interior spaces. Opportunities may focus on a particular sector, region, or project portfolio.

Find Senior Interior Design Opportunities on Ladders

Search Director of Interior Design jobs on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by location, industry, and scope of responsibility, and identify positions that align with your design expertise and leadership goals. Compensation and requirements depend on the employer, role, and location.

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$160K - $240K *

Join us to lead transformative P2P product strategies, enhancing procurement and payment processes globally. Collaborate with finance teams and vendors to drive AI integration, ensuring compliance and...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$180K - $210K *

Elevate creative excellence by leading a multidisciplinary team, setting vision and quality standards, and driving impactful brand strategies across diverse channels in a dynamic healthcare environmen...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $146K *

Unlock potential by leading the evolution of the motion pipeline while mentoring designers. This role blends technical direction with hands-on production, ensuring efficient workflows and high-quality...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $230K *

Shape creative excellence and operational effectiveness by leading a design team, fostering innovation, and building strong client relationships to drive agency growth and deliver impactful design sol...

New York, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $197K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic client relationships and projects, leveraging your extensive cost management expertise in the data centre sector. Empower teams through mentorship while driving b...

Birmingham, ALRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the advancement of Virtual Design standards and workflows, collaborating across teams to enhance project delivery. Provide training and support while evaluating emerging technologies to optimize...

West Des Moines, IARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining Virtual Design standards and workflows. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance project delivery, provide training, and implement innovative technologies that drive eff...

Cedar Rapids, IARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion Virtual Design excellence by leading standards, training, and technology integration across teams. Collaborate to enhance workflows and project delivery, ensuring consistent practices and inn...

Bettendorf, IARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of Virtual Design by leading standards, training, and technology integration across teams. Collaborate to enhance workflows and drive innovation in project delivery, ensuring cons...

Iowa City, IARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$175K - $198K *

Lead architectural vision for luxury developments, guiding projects from acquisition to delivery. Collaborate with teams to ensure design integrity and quality across the portfolio while advising exec...

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2 weeks ago

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

$143K - $179K *

Champion transformative planning and lead a dynamic team to innovate laboratory solutions while driving excellence and collaboration in the design practice...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

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

$110K - $154K *

Champion growth by leading strategic sales initiatives in the residential dealer segment. Collaborate with teams to develop territory plans, drive business development, and mentor field sales represen...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Lead the design direction for Governance & Compliance, transforming complex workflows into seamless agent-driven experiences. Oversee a talented team, ensuring high-quality design while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of diverse Investor Center projects, managing all phases from concept to closeout. Ensure timely delivery within budget and scope while coordinating with stakeholders, contractors, and...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$93K - $116K *

Lead transformative projects by managing teams, enhancing client relations, and ensuring quality outcomes. Drive financial performance while fostering collaboration and implementing best practices to...

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Reposted today

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

$140K - $160K *

Lead our initiatives in designing and constructing innovative water and carbon capture facilities globally. Collaborate across teams to ensure project success within budget and timeline while promotin...

California, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $154K *

Lead the charge in strategic sales development and field leadership, driving growth in the Residential and Dealer Segment. Collaborate with teams to execute territory plans, mentor sales staff, and bu...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $185K *

Transform the future of engineering design by leading diverse teams to deliver high-quality electrical engineering solutions. Drive project success through strategic oversight, mentoring, and adherenc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $214K *

Optimize project outcomes by leading preconstruction efforts for large-scale Data Center initiatives. Drive team performance, manage budgets, and ensure exceptional client relationships while overseei...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $154K *

Lead the transformation of showroom experiences, enhancing customer journeys and driving sales through strategic oversight and operational excellence across multiple locations...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in defining user experience strategy, managing a multi-disciplinary design team to deliver innovative, user-centered digital products while fostering collaboration and high-impact desi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $125K *

Transform project delivery by managing timelines, budgets, and teams to meet client objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality and compliance while driving continuous improvement in p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering complex infrastructure projects. Manage all phases from planning to operational readiness, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while fostering team deve...

Philadelphia, PARemote

1 week ago

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

$190K - $220K *

Shape the future of product design by leading a dynamic team, setting vision, and enhancing user experiences across platforms while driving design excellence and mentoring talent...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $154K *

Accelerate revenue growth and operational excellence in the Home Center channel. Lead strategic initiatives, manage partnerships, and drive performance metrics while mentoring teams to achieve high-im...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Interior Design do?question toggle

    A Director of Interior Design leads design strategy and teams, oversees project development and execution, and coordinates with clients and stakeholders to deliver functional, visually cohesive spaces.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director of Interior Design jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for substantial interior design experience, a strong portfolio, project and team leadership skills, and expertise in areas such as space planning, materials, budgets, and client communication. Specific education or credential requirements vary.

  • Which industries hire Directors of Interior Design?question toggle

    Employers may include design and architecture firms, hospitality companies, retailers, real estate organizations, and businesses with corporate workplace or facilities teams.

  • How much do Director of Interior Design jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies by employer, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Director of Interior Design jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted Director of Interior Design opportunities paying $100,000 or more, and use available filters to narrow results by location and other preferences.