Interior Design Manager Jobs

Interior Design Managers lead the teams and projects that shape functional, welcoming, and visually compelling spaces. They guide design concepts from early planning through installation, balancing client goals, budgets, schedules, building requirements, and team capabilities. Explore vetted Interior Design Manager opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Interior Design Managers Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and project type, but often include setting design direction, managing designers and external partners, presenting concepts to clients, coordinating with architects and contractors, and overseeing materials, specifications, budgets, and timelines. Managers may also contribute to business development, staffing, quality standards, and the growth of a design practice.

Where These Roles Are Found

Interior Design Managers work across commercial offices, hospitality, retail, healthcare, residential development, and other built-environment sectors. Opportunities may be available at design studios, architecture firms, real estate companies, hotel groups, retailers, and corporate workplace teams. The scope of a role depends on the organization, its clients, and the scale of its projects.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a background in interior design or a related field, a strong portfolio, and experience delivering projects. Helpful strengths include leadership, client communication, creative problem-solving, space planning, budgeting, and knowledge of materials and construction processes. Familiarity with design software and applicable codes or accessibility standards may also be valuable. Requirements differ by position and location.

Explore Interior Design Manager Careers on Ladders

Find Interior Design Manager openings that match your experience, industry interests, and career goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore leadership opportunities and take the next step in their careers.

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$75K - $94K *

Drive innovative interior design solutions by collaborating with clients and teams to create functional spaces that meet diverse needs while adhering to budget and timelines. Leverage expertise in des...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$75K - $94K *

Transform client spaces by leading innovative interior design projects, ensuring functional layouts and procurement support while collaborating with diverse teams to meet specifications, budgets, and...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$75K - $94K *

Join a team that's redefining interior design by delivering innovative space solutions. Lead projects from concept to completion, ensuring client satisfaction while managing budgets, timelines, and te...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$75K - $94K *

Transform client spaces by leading interior design projects, ensuring optimal functionality and aesthetics. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative designs within budget and timelines, while ment...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in high-end residential construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to manage preconstruction, execution, and cli...

4 days ago

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

$105K - $160K *

Pioneer innovative design solutions by leading project design and technical reviews, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with project goals while enhancing best practices in a dyna...

4 days ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Oversee the management of architectural projects, ensuring successful outcomes through effective planning, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration across a diverse portfolio...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive successful project outcomes in the healthcare sector by leading diverse teams, managing budgets, and ensuring high-quality deliverables throughout all project phases. Collaborate effectively wit...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $150K *

Drive excellence in luxury custom home projects, overseeing 2-4 builds from preconstruction to handover. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure quality, budget control, and timely delivery, while ma...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $125K *

Lead project management efforts by negotiating deliverables, monitoring budgets, and guiding multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals efficiently and on time, while fostering strong client rel...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$159K - $175K *

Collaborate with teams to manage development and capital projects across Northern California, overseeing planning, construction, and closeout phases while ensuring adherence to budgets, safety, qualit...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Elevate technical execution for swim, active, and lifestyle apparel, ensuring quality and fit from prototypes to production. Lead a team and collaborate cross-functionally to drive consistency and eff...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$72K - $96K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic sales team to exceed targets, enhance guest engagement, and drive operational excellence while fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring top-tier custo...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $110K *

Elevate your career by leading interior design projects across multiple campuses. Oversee renovations, manage resources, and ensure compliance with design standards while fostering collaboration and i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$70K - $200K *

Empower your career by creating tailored design solutions that enhance customer experiences and drive sales. Collaborate with clients to deliver exceptional service and innovative designs while achiev...

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $200K *

Elevate customer experiences by crafting personalized design solutions that drive sales and showcase your creativity. Collaborate with clients to deliver tailored interior designs while achieving perf...

2 weeks ago

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

$68K - $100K *

Discover innovative design solutions by engaging with customers and utilizing your creativity and sales savvy. Collaborate with teams and leverage social media to meet sales goals and enhance the cust...

2 weeks ago

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

$59K - $200K *

Unlock creativity by designing personalized spaces that enhance customer experiences. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to achieve sales goals while leveraging digital tools and social media to gro...

2 weeks ago

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

$49K - $200K *

Elevate customer experiences by creating customized design solutions, utilizing a blend of creativity and product knowledge to drive sales and foster lasting relationships in an engaging, team-oriente...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality design solutions by managing diverse teams, optimizing project workflows, and fostering strong client relationships to enhance business outcomes and drive in...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Design Manager, overseeing design delivery, coordinating projects, and leading a talented team to ensure high-quality results while fostering strong relationships with...

Indianapolis, INRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $145K *

Optimize product design by transforming innovative concepts into practical solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance the homebuyer experience through research, technical documentation, and effect...

3 days ago

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

$132K - $177K *

Engage in strategic leadership and innovation to design immersive retail environments that enhance guest experiences across diverse Disney locations, ensuring alignment with brand storytelling and ope...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Elevate onboard environments through design leadership, luxury standards, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance guest experiences. Lead the aesthetic vision for fleet refurbishments and newbui...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $85K *

Collaborate with clients and teams to manage architectural projects, ensuring effective communication and timely delivery of high-quality working drawings while balancing multiple projects in a fast-p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Interior Design Manager do?question toggle

    An Interior Design Manager leads design teams and projects, guiding concepts through planning and delivery. The role may include client presentations, team oversight, budget and schedule management, coordination with architects and contractors, and review of design quality.

  • What qualifications are usually needed for Interior Design Manager jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for relevant interior design education or experience, a strong portfolio, project delivery skills, and the ability to lead teams and communicate with clients. Software knowledge and familiarity with construction processes or applicable standards may also be useful; requirements vary by employer.

  • Where can Interior Design Managers work?question toggle

    They may work for design and architecture firms, real estate companies, hospitality groups, retailers, residential developers, or corporate workplace teams. Projects can span commercial, hospitality, healthcare, retail, and residential settings.

  • How can I find Interior Design Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation details, responsibilities, location, and qualifications.

  • What skills are important for an Interior Design Manager?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include design leadership, space planning, client communication, project and budget management, creative problem-solving, team development, and coordination with project partners.