3D Associate Director (Technical Interiors Delivery)

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a technically-minded Associate Director for Interior Design to lead high-spec commercial projects. This role involves overseeing technical delivery, mentoring junior designers, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial interiors, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage complex projects from design to handover. Join a collaborative team dedicated to quality delivery and enjoy a clear progression path towards Director-level opportunities in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working (3 studio days / 2 from home)

Clear progression path toward Director-level

Collaborative team environment

Possibility of permanent position after FTC

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in delivering large commercial interior schemes.
• Deep understanding of building regulations and technical detailing.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery across large-scale interiors projects.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and contractors.

Skills

Technical Delivery

Client Management

Problem Solving

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Interior Design

Degree in Interior Architecture

Degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Rhino

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Associate Director – Interior Design (Technical Delivery)

Contract: 12 month FTC

Sector: Commercial & Mixed-Use Interiors

Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days in studio, 2 days WFH)

Salary: Up to £60,000 (DOE)

Software: Revit essential | Rhino a plus

We’re partnering with a respected interior architecture studio in London to find a technically-minded Associate Director—someone who knows how to get high-spec commercial interiors delivered on time, on budget, and with serious finesse.

Who This Role Is For:

• A senior-level Interior Designer or Architect with extensive experience delivering large commercial and mixed-use interior schemes
• Someone who thrives on the technical nuts and bolts of interior architecture, from detailed drawings to on-site problem solving
• A confident client lead who’s guided complex projects from design development through to handover
• A calm head who can juggle deadlines, manage teams, and still spot the detail no one else sees

Who It’s Not For:

• Designers focused purely on concept with limited delivery experience
• Portfolios focused solely on high-end residential
• Architects looking to “try out” interiors without solid commercial fit-out experience

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead technical delivery across large-scale interiors projects, especially from RIBA Stage 3 onwards
• Own the process—coordinating with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams
• Develop and review technical drawing packages in Revit
• Provide on-site support and coordination through to final handover
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to broader studio operations
• Support resourcing, budgeting, and pipeline planning with the senior team

What You’ll Need:

• A degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or Architecture
• Proven experience delivering commercial workplace, retail, or developer-led interiors
• Deep understanding of building regs, fit-out methods, and technical detailing
• Revit proficiency is essential; Rhino, SketchUp, AutoCAD a bonus
• Strong leadership and communication skills

What’s On Offer:

• £50,000–£60,000 base salary
• 12 month FTC, possibility of perm at the end of it
• Hybrid working (3 studio days / 2 from home)
• Clear progression path toward Director-level
• A respected, collaborative team with a real dedication to quality delivery