Director of Interior Design

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** Champion Your Future with Tarkett Sports
** and
** Ampere.
** Build your career with a
** world leader in sports construction and surfacing.
** We are seeking a
** Director of Interior Design
** to support our team at
** Ampere**, which specializes in architectural design services, master planning, renovations, and conceptual visualizations of sports facilities. Based in a central location for U.S. sports design and architecture, Ampere brings its industry-leading talent to exciting projects across North America.

The
** Director of Interior Design
** will be working from our office in
** Kansas City, MO
** reporting to our Principal Director of Sports Design. The
** Director of Interior Design
** leads Ampere’s interior design practice, managing project delivery, mentoring the design team, expanding market reach, and serving as lead client partner. Ensures design excellence, technical accuracy, and contributes to firmwide leadership and strategy.

Ampere is part of Tarkett Sports; born from an entrepreneurial spirit and driven to find better solutions,
** Tarkett Sports
** challenges the status quo and continues to change the game for athletes and facility owners—pioneering innovations that have reshaped entire industries.

Our team is made up of the most experienced and knowledgeable experts in the field.

From architectural design and full-scope construction to a comprehensive portfolio of industry-leading sports surfacing solutions, we lead with passion, pride, and purpose.

Trusted at every level, from professional stadiums to local community venues, Tarkett Sports is at the surface of over 80,000 installations – highlighted by projects in NFL, CFL, MLS, and at renowned NCAA division I programs.

Join the team behind renowned names like Field Turf, Beynon Sports, Classic Court, Grass Master, Tarkett Sports Indoor and Tarkett Sports Construction. Help us build the next world-class venue.
*
* What you’ll do:

** As the Director of Interior Design, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our interior design practice. You’ll lead with purpose, inspire with vision, and deliver with precision.
* Grow and lead a dedicated interior design team, fostering a culture of excellence and mentorship
* Expand Ampere’s market share in interior design services through strategic leadership and client engagement
* Manage projects from concept through construction administration, ensuring design intent and budget alignment
* Serve as the primary point of contact for major clients, nurturing long-term relationships
* Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic planning and cultural development
* Champion the firm’s brand, values, and vision through servant leadership and example-setting
** What you need for success:
*** Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or Architecture from an accredited program
* NCIDQ Certification (required)
* Additional credentials preferred: NCARB, RA, AIA, LEED AP, WELL AP
** Experience
* ** 10+ years of professional experience in interior design or architecture
* Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex, multi-phase projects
* Experience growing design practice and mentoring junior staff
** Technical & Design Skills
*** High proficiency in:
Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Rendering software (Lumion, Enscape, D5, Twinmotion, or equivalent)
* Strong knowledge of:  + Building codes, ADA, construction methods, and documentation standards  + FF&E, materiality, and detailing  + 3D modeling, rendering, and presentation graphics
* Design excellence in:  + Conceptual thinking and problem-solving  + Hospitality-infused design across diverse project types  + Space planning, material selection, and aesthetic detailing
** Leadership & Communication
*** Servant leadership mindset with a commitment to firm decisions and culture
* Ability to manage multiple teams and deadlines with clarity and confidence
* Business development acumen and client retention skills
* Exceptional verbal, written, and…