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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$120K - $145K *

Innovate digital experiences by leading project execution across technology portfolios. Collaborate with business and tech leaders to drive priorities, enhance capabilities, and deliver exceptional me...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $156K *

Transform the multifamily project landscape by serving as the key client liaison, managing project lifecycles, and ensuring quality standards are met from design to construction. Drive success through...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $150K *

Join us to oversee affordable housing operations, ensuring compliance and performance excellence across our portfolio. Collaborate with property management and clients to enhance service delivery and...

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

$137K - $231K *

Lead impactful design initiatives, shaping user experiences across web and mobile platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage directly with customers to drive innovation and deliver...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$151K - $195K *

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$133K - $157K *

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4 days ago

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

$175K - $200K *

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

$125K - $150K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions across a luxury property portfolio, ensuring optimal maintenance, compliance, and operational excellence. Lead teams, manage vendor relationships, and drive ca...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$109K - $140K *

Shape the future of product design by owning the user experience for a flagship product. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence design direction and deliver impactful solutions that reso...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Create and implement a comprehensive fleet strategy, overseeing lifecycle management, compliance, and financial performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance asset utilization...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $150K *

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

$150K - $180K *

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San Francisco, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $210K *

Lead the design management of owner-furnished electrical equipment for a hyperscale data center, ensuring integration, compliance, and quality standards while guiding teams and managing client communi...

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5 days ago

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

$67K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $165K *

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

$110K - $130K *

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Charlotte, NCRemote

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $294K *

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

Champion innovative design solutions by integrating AI into user experiences, driving product evolution through collaboration with cross-functional teams, and enhancing customer engagement across dive...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$137K - $231K *

Transform the design landscape by developing core components and systems that enhance AI-driven design and code generation, ensuring quality and performance across web and mobile applications while co...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$151K - $195K *

Champion the development of innovative design systems that enhance user experience across web and mobile platforms. Collaborate with teams to ensure high-quality, accessible, and maintainable code whi...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of real estate sales by leading and mentoring a dynamic team. Drive talent attraction, enhance coaching strategies, and leverage technology to optimize performance and achieve collect...

Forney, TXRemote

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in real estate sales while mentoring and developing agents. This role combines personal production with team leadership, focusing on coaching, accountability, and enhancing overall tea...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$170K - $210K *

Champion design leadership for mechanical systems in large-scale construction projects, focusing on data centers. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure high-quality delivery and innovative solu...

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by supporting design management for data center projects. Collaborate across disciplines, manage documentation, and enhance communication to ensure timely delivery and client sat...

Arlington, VARemote

4 weeks ago

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

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.

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