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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$125K - $195K *

Analyze architectural designs, conduct technical reviews, and mitigate risks while collaborating with project teams to optimize construction processes and ensure compliance with codes and standards ac...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the full lifecycle of custom millwork and casework projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Coordinate cross-functional teams to optimize production schedules and maintain project...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$40K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team to design inspiring spaces, build client relationships, and achieve sales goals in a supportive environment. Enjoy comprehensive training and uncapped earning potential while makin...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Champion the digital roadmap and enhance ecommerce performance by leading initiatives that optimize customer journeys, drive trade lead generation, and improve conversion rates, all while fostering ef...

3 weeks ago

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

$134K - $179K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic design team in delivering innovative energy and infrastructure solutions for complex projects. Drive multidisciplinary collaboration, ensure design quality, an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead production strategy and operational excellence for software and media projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget management while mentoring a team of producers and collaborating across departm...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $109K *

Champion innovative BIM strategies, ensuring model quality and consistency across projects. Lead training initiatives, manage digital assets, and drive technology adoption to enhance collaboration and...

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $109K *

Transform project delivery by leading BIM strategies, ensuring quality and innovation across teams. Drive efficiency through training, mentoring, and technology initiatives while maintaining high stan...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead innovative architectural projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance, community-focused designs from concept to construction, while mentoring junior staff and...

3 weeks ago

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

$176K - $212K *

Elevate your career by leading residential land development initiatives, driving project management, and fostering strategic partnerships in the Pacific Northwest. Collaborate with diverse teams to id...

2 weeks ago

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

$137K - $211K *

Unlock potential by leading major healthcare architectural projects, managing client relationships, and driving business development. Oversee project teams, budgets, and schedules while ensuring adher...

2 weeks ago

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

$137K - $211K *

Empower project success by leading major architectural initiatives, managing client relationships, and overseeing project teams. Drive business development and ensure adherence to budgets and schedule...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential as a pivotal leader in architectural documentation, overseeing the preparation of comprehensive construction sets for multifamily and mixed-use projects while mentoring junior st...

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead innovative design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create high-performance, community-focused architecture. Drive creativity from concept to completion while mentoring desi...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing diverse projects, ensuring efficient execution, and fostering client satisfaction. Oversee project coordination, budgets, and schedules while mentoring junior...

1 month ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building a high-performing project management team to oversee all aspects of real estate projects, ensuring exceptional service delivery and strategic collaboration with clients and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive engineering project success by managing scope, schedule, and budget. Lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure client satisfaction and compliance with industry standards from conception to completi...

2 weeks ago

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

$112K - $168K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative Living projects, collaborating with architects and planners to deliver high-quality residential solutions while fostering client relationships and mentoring team...

3 weeks ago

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

$65K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing architectural projects from design to documentation. Collaborate with teams, coordinate consultants, and produce high-quality construction documents while supporting pr...

2 weeks ago

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

$65K - $95K *

Drive architectural excellence by managing project documentation and coordination. Collaborate with teams to produce high-quality construction documents while overseeing smaller projects and supportin...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Advance project success by leading teams, managing schedules, and ensuring quality delivery while fostering client relationships and optimizing resources for maximum satisfaction and efficiency...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental and regulatory projects, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction while overseeing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams from proposal to complet...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform the architectural vision and design standards across diverse projects, ensuring creativity and operational functionality while leading teams and managing external partners to enhance custome...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by leading diverse construction projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and budget adherence while mentoring teams and interfacing with clients and stakeholders across multiple re...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and development of K-12 educational spaces, collaborating with educators and stakeholders to enhance learning environments through innovative architecture and sustainability practices...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.

  • 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.