Studio Leader — Hospitality Design & Client Leadership

NELSON Worldwide, LLC; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Health benefits

Wellness program

Pet Insurance

Career advancement

PTO & holidays

Parental leave

Flexible/hybrid work

Professional development

Job summary

NELSON Worldwide, LLC is seeking a Studio Leader for the Hospitality Practice in Seattle to guide project delivery and studio operations. You will lead design processes, coordinate with clients and consultants, and foster teamwork across the studio.

The role emphasizes mentoring staff, managing budgets, ensuring QA/QC, and driving profitable outcomes while maintaining strong client relationships. Flex schedules and hybrid work are available based on client needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture from an accredited University.
• 15+ years of experience in Interior Design and/or Architecture; or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience as a Team Director, Account Manager, and/or Project Manager.

Responsibilities

• Organize and prioritize tasks to meet identified timeframes.
• Lead project teams through design, documentation, and construction administration.
• Mentor Teammates and develop their professional skills.
• Maintain client relationships and monitor project profitability.
• Manage staffing and QA/QC across the studio.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Client relationship management

Deltek Vantagepoint

Financial management

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Architectural design knowledge

LEED/Well/EnergyStar knowledge

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture

15+ years of interior design/architecture experience

Experience as Team Director / Project Manager

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

MS Office suites

Job description

NELSON Worldwide, LLC is seeking a Studio Leader for the Hospitality Practice in Seattle to guide project delivery and studio operations. You will lead design processes, coordinate with clients and consultants, and foster teamwork across the studio.

The role emphasizes mentoring staff, managing budgets, ensuring QA/QC, and driving profitable outcomes while maintaining strong client relationships. Flex schedules and hybrid work are available based on client needs.