Interior Design Project Manager | Workplace

Our client is seeking an Interior Design Project Manager to join their growing Workplace Interiors practice. This role is ideal for a highly skilled, detail-driven design leader who excels at guiding complex commercial projects from concept through construction. The position offers the opportunity to lead multidisciplinary teams, shape design direction, manage client relationships, and oversee project delivery with a strong emphasis on quality, innovation, and technical excellence.

• Develop competitive project fees aligned with defined scopes of work.
• Establish, manage, and adjust project schedules to ensure timely delivery.
• Oversee all phases of project execution, ensuring completion within budget.
• Anticipate, manage, and exceed client expectations through proactive communication.
• Lead, mentor, and support team members by defining roles, leveraging strengths, and fostering professional growth.
• Facilitate open dialogue around design and technical concepts to drive strong, coordinated solutions.
• Motivate teams to meet project goals through guidance, support, and strategic correction when needed.
• Direct selection of materials, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment.
• Oversee construction-phase documentation, including submittals, RFIs, and addenda.
• Present technical and design solutions to stakeholders confidently and clearly.
• Coordinate internal teams, external consultants, and additional project partners for cohesive execution.
• Deliver compelling presentations to clients and collaborators.
• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities through industry networks.
• Foster innovation across project teams, encouraging continuous improvement and high design performance.
• Develop project strategies, directives, timelines, and phasing plans.
• Manage all elements of project documentation to produce thorough, high-quality drawing sets.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical challenges.
• Apply relevant industry standards and construction practices effectively.
• Interpret and document regulatory requirements; identify and resolve code-related issues.
• Lead quality assurance and quality control efforts for all project documents.
• Stay current with new methodologies, technologies, codes, and products.

• Fully in-office role (5 days / week).
• Degree from a CIDA-accredited interior design program (or equivalent).
• 12+ years of commercial interior design experience; workplace experience preferred.
• Professional registration required.
• Proven experience developing design schemes and coordinating design teams.
• High commitment to QA/QC.
• Proficiency in Revit with strong technical understanding of how construction documents are assembled.
• Knowledge of constructability and the ability to align design intent with budget.
• Experience researching, documenting, and applying building codes.
• Ability to manage consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary partnerships.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing project fees, schedules, and work plans.
• Proven ability to maintain strong client relationships and coordinate sub-consultants.
• Demonstrated success in business development, marketing participation, and client satisfaction efforts.
• Occasional travel may be required.

• Opportunity to grow within a supportive, employee-owned company committed to professional excellence.
• A culture that encourages continuous learning, curiosity, and exploration.
• Brand new, renovated office environment.
• Competitive compensation and 401(k) available from day one.