Area Design Studio Senior Manager

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

401(k) with company matching

Flexible spending accounts

Disability programs

Life insurance

Job summary

Ladders is seeking an Area Design Studio Senior Manager to lead multiple design studios, align playbooks, and drive customer-centric outcomes in a homebuilding context. The role partners with sales and purchasing to meet market needs and uses data to enhance efficiency across locations.

The position is remote with US-based candidates only, offering a compensation range of $100,000 to $120,000 annually and a focus on leadership, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in design.
• College degree preferred, ideally in homebuilding.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Proficient in operational management and strategic planning.
• Experience with data analysis and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and align design studios with the Design Studio Playbook.
• Coach and develop design studio teams to achieve results.
• Oversee daily operations for efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Manage studio remodels to enhance customer experience.
• Collaborate with sales and purchasing teams to adapt to market needs.
• Analyze design studio data to drive operational improvements.
• Ensure compliance with corporate guidelines and maintain documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Performance metrics

Education

Bachelor's degree in homebuilding

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Area Design Studio Senior Manager to join the team of a leader in the Real Estate & Construction space.

This role will oversee the strategic and day-to-day performance of design studios, with a strong focus on delivering an exceptional customer experience in a homebuilding environment. The position partners closely with sales and purchasing teams to align offerings with market needs, while using data and operational discipline to improve efficiency and results. The ideal candidate will lead studio teams, strengthen processes, and ensure consistent execution across locations.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead and align design studios with the Design Studio Playbook
• Coach and develop design studio teams to achieve results
• Oversee daily operations for efficiency and customer satisfaction
• Manage studio remodels to enhance customer experience
• Collaborate with sales and purchasing teams to adapt to market needs
• Analyze design studio data to drive operational improvements
• Ensure compliance with corporate guidelines and maintain documentation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in design required
• College degree preferred, ideally in homebuilding
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Proficient in operational management and strategic planning
• Experience with data analysis and performance metrics

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health care coverage
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Flexible spending accounts
• Disability programs
• Life insurance for employees and dependents
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Employee home purchase rebate program
• Home mortgage program
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification - your background could be exactly what this team needs.