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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$80K - $95K *

Optimize digital project delivery by leading Virtual Design initiatives, enhancing workflows, and managing BIM standards. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective use of design technology and data...

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

$97K - $146K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative Living environments by leading architectural design and technical development for high-quality residential projects, ensuring excellence in functionality and clie...

3 weeks ago

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

$84K - $127K *

Join our dynamic healthcare team to lead innovative interior design projects, ensuring alignment with clinical needs and regulations. Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to deliver patient-ce...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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

$120K - $150K *

Design and lead innovative architectural projects, ensuring quality delivery and strong client relationships. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while managing scope, schedules, and budgets for...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your design career by leading innovative residential projects, collaborating with clients to create personalized spaces that reflect their lifestyle while achieving fiscal goals and inspiring...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$98K - $127K *

Drive project success by leading architectural teams in delivering complex construction documents and fostering client relationships while mentoring junior staff and ensuring project milestones are me...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Manage complex projects, ensuring alignment with customer goals and corporate standards through effective communication and resource oversight. Lead a collaborative team to deliver quality results on...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$175K - $198K *

Transform your career by leading architectural vision for luxury developments. Engage with project teams from inception to delivery, ensuring design integrity and quality across a diverse portfolio wh...

2 weeks ago

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

$175K - $198K *

Champion innovative architectural design across luxury developments, guiding projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with strategic...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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

$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...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Optimize design processes by leading multidisciplinary teams in advanced manufacturing projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables while managing technical inte...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to deliver exceptional design solutions, guiding projects from conceptualization to completion while mentoring emerging professionals and fostering a collaborative culture...

Reposted today

  •   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

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dedicated team in effective property management, ensuring optimal operations, tenant relations, and collaboration with social services to enhance community living standards and uphold organizat...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize property management and operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring tenant satisfaction, and fostering community partnerships while maintaining compliance with housing regulations and fi...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of landscape architecture by driving business development, leading innovative projects, and mentoring talent. Collaborate with studio leaders to enhance strategy while making a signif...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth and innovation by leading business development, enhancing design excellence, and mentoring talent within a collaborative studio environment, while actively expanding market reach and clie...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$110K - $154K *

Develop and execute strategic sales initiatives while leading a team to enhance business growth in the residential dealer segment. Collaborate with key stakeholders to drive performance and foster rel...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

$150K *

Drive business growth in the Inland Empire by developing client relationships, leading a sales team, and executing strategic initiatives to convert opportunities into long-term partnerships. Foster te...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing design team operations and fostering engagement to achieve business goals. Manage projects, enhance team performance, and build strong client relationships while ensuring...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Architect, leading teams through all project phases, ensuring quality construction documents, and maintaining budget and schedule compliance while mentoring junior s...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative product design through advanced 3D CAD modeling and engineering principles. Collaborate across teams to create aesthetically pleasing, manufacturable consumer pr...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.