Interior Design Manager

Interior Talent; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Interior Design Manager to lead a team and oversee major residential and senior living projects. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in REVIT/AutoCAD. This role requires excellent communication and project management abilities within a collaborative culture that values creativity and respect.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of residential design experience.
• Prior experience managing a design team.
• Strong creative design abilities with a sophisticated portfolio.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative direction from conceptual development to documentation.
• Oversee multiple projects and ensure budgets and schedules are met.
• Manage production of design documents and ensure compliance.
• Mentor the design team and foster creative excellence.
• Build strong client relationships through clear communication.

Skills

Residential design experience

Project leadership

REVIT/AutoCAD proficiency

Client-facing management

Budget management

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

NCIDQ certification (or in pursuit)

Tools

REVIT

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

We are hiring a creative, talented, and experienced Interior Design Manager for our client to lead their design team and oversee high-profile residential and senior living projects. This role combines strong creative vision with technical expertise and leadership. The Interior Design Manager will guide the design process, mentor staff, and ensure projects are delivered with excellence, precision, and innovation. This is an exciting opportunity for a designer who thrives in a transparent, collaborative, and autonomous culture, values empathy and respect, and is passionate about creating spaces that elevate the human experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Design Leadership – Lead the creative direction of projects, from conceptual development through construction documentation. Establish and maintain design themes aligned with project goals.
• Project Management – Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring budgets, schedules, and deliverables are met. Collaborate directly with clients, architects, and contractors to ensure smooth project execution.
• Technical Execution – Manage the production of design documents, including finish specifications, elevations, FF&E, furniture plans, CDs, lighting, and interior architectural details. Ensure all drawings comply with building codes and industry standards.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship – Provide guidance and mentorship to the design team, fostering growth, accountability, and creative excellence.
• Client Engagement – Represent the firm with professionalism and polish. Build strong client relationships through clear communication, responsiveness, and creative problem-solving.
• Vendor & Partner Coordination – Work with vendors, consultants, and contractors to translate design intent into built form, maintaining quality and design integrity.
• Travel – Manage projects across the United States with occasional international travel as required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of residential design experience, including project leadership.
• Prior experience managing and mentoring a design team.
• Proficient in REVIT/AutoCAD; knowledge of Design Manager and accounting software is strongly preferred.
• NCIDQ certification (or in pursuit).
• Expertise in all phases of design: concept, design development, documentation, and construction administration.
• Strong creative design abilities with a portfolio that demonstrates innovation and sophistication.
• Skilled in budget management and client-facing project management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to balance multiple priorities.
• Deep knowledge of building codes, construction methods, and technical detailing.

Why Join This Opportunity?

This is more than a design management role—it’s a chance to shape the future of a design team while delivering impactful design environments. As Interior Design Manager, you will have the autonomy to lead projects from start to finish, collaborate with talented professionals, and mentor the next generation of design talent, all within a transparent, empathetic, and respectful culture.

How to Apply

For immediate review and consideration, contact: Alexandra "Alex" Davis - [e-mail]

Interior Talent, Inc

Since its founding in 2003, Interior Talent has evolved into one of the leading talent recruitment and retention firms for the Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, Retail, and Manufacturing industries. Our defined area of expertise and ability to continually adapt to the unique needs of our clients allow us to provide focused, individualized service.

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