Interior Design Team Lead

What You’ll Do

The Interior Design Team Lead is a senior leadership role responsible for delivering design excellence, driving project performance, and developing high‑performing teams. This role balances hands‑on design leadership with people management, client engagement, and business outcomes—supporting practice growth, profitability, and long‑term client relationships in alignment with regional and national objectives.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of interior designers, fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, accountability, and professional growth.
• Manage staffing, workloads, and resource allocation to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching and feedback, and support career development.
• Contribute to practice growth through team development, client engagement, and market presence.

• Serve as a trusted client partner, translating vision and goals into clear, actionable design strategies.
• Present design concepts and solutions, incorporating client feedback through design development.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships that drive repeat work and referrals.
• Strengthen AECOM’s presence in the design community through relationships with clients, consultants, and industry partners.

• Work closely with the Design Director to lead the development and review of interior design concepts and deliverables, ensuring design excellence and alignment with client, brand, and project objectives.
• Oversee multiple projects concurrently, managing scope, schedules, budgets, and quality.
• Review and approve design documentation, including concepts, renderings, material selections, and technical drawings.
• Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless execution.
• Monitor project performance, proactively addressing risks and challenges to maintain efficiency and client satisfaction.

• Represent AECOM at industry events, conferences, and exhibitions.
• Stay current on design trends, innovations, and best practices, sharing insights with teams and clients.

• Work with a high‑performing, collaborative team on projects that matter.
• Engage across multi‑disciplinary practices and business lines, with opportunities to support regional strategy.
• Contribute to creating a high‑performing and inclusive culture.

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or interior design + 10 years of relevant experience, including 2 years of leadership (or equivalent experience) in Commercial interiors design and/or project management experience.
• Professional licensure in field of study.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Master’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or Business.
• 15+ years of experience at a large interiors or architectural firm, including 5+ years in leadership.
• Experience across multiple market sectors such as workplace, justice, federal, and healthcare.
• Proven ability to lead teams and deliver projects in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong client management skills with a demonstrated ability to grow existing and new client relationships.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Experience contributing to thought leadership through panels, presentations, or publications.
• Strong understanding of project planning, staffing, budgets, and profitability.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Photoshop, and InDesign; familiarity with Revit.

• Sponsorship is not available for this role

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $150000 to $180000.

If you’re a design‑driven leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, builds trusted client relationships, and is passionate about developing high‑performing teams, we’d love to meet you. Join us and help shape impactful interiors while delivering the work that matters.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J

Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit:
West

Career Area:
Design

Work Location Model:
Hybrid

Compensation: USD 150000 - USD 180000 - yearly