Interior Design Manager

With strategic office locations across the U.S. and more than three decades of design leadership, KTGY brings together architecture, interior design, branded environments and urban design to realize innovative concepts for how people live. Guided by our core values of design, collaboration, care and partnership our teams realize solutions that make a positive impact for our clients, communities, individuals and the environment.

We merge vision, research and our people-centric storytelling and design process to transform possibilities into thriving residential, retail, hospitality and mixed-use destinations.

Based in Chicago, our Interior Design studio is an award‑winning collection of boundary‑pushing designers who deliver artful interiors through contextual research, inspiration and a storytelling process that brings a client’s vision to life in line with user demand. This team often works with our other studios across the country to realize a comprehensive vision of the built environment for our clients;

from boutique hotels to sprawling resorts, from restaurants and bars to theme parks, and all forms of multifamily residential. This team loves to celebrate together, contributing to some of our most memorable after-work events.

KTGY's Interior Design Manager manages the development of design, design presentations, and/ or the production of technical project documentation, manages design in CAD format (AutoCAD or Revit) and presentation materials, and leads and may contribute to efforts required to produce a set of Construction Documents and FF&E Specifications; namely the research, communication, and documentation required to execute the project effectively.

At KTGY, your career should be as thoughtfully designed as the spaces you create. We're committed to nurturing passionate talent and guiding growth within the following four key aspects of our practice:

• Possesses an accomplished understanding of design principles and theory.
• Exercises creative judgment and design application skills in managing or preparing client presentation materials including: graphic sketches, renderings, graphics and selection of colors, materials, finishes and furniture.
• Experienced in all phases and aspects of the design process including predesign, design documentation, FF&E specifications, construction administration and procurement.

• Met regularly with Project Leader to discuss design direction, general tasks, project challenges, schedules, upcoming client meetings and deadlines.
• Communicates employee development of junior designers to senior management.
• Manages small/ medium scale projects of complexity and provides project team leadership.
• Leads and conducts quality control measures in the development of construction documents and specifications, budgets, documentation.

• As a steward of the design, proactively seeks to balance the unique needs, perspectives, and aspirations of all stakeholders, including clients, end-users, and the project team.
• Cultivates a positive team culture that inspires trust, engagement, and a shared commitment to project success.

• Supports and complements senior management at client presentations and meetings
• Participates in industry events, forums, and conferences as required.
• Manages team and may act as day to day client contact for project design development and design related issues.
• Manages design efforts and coordination with consultants throughout the design process.

KTGY categorizes roles within the following areas along your career path:
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