Director, Interior Architecture – Design

Ware Malcomb

Director leading Ware Malcomb's Irvine interior design practice, a commercial real estate design firm. Driving design quality, business growth, financial performance, operations, staffing, and client relationships.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeIrvine • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading teams within the interior design field, focusing on client relationship management, business development, and financial oversight. Proficient in developing proposals and maintaining a positive team culture while driving revenue growth and market share.

Highest-signal resume keywords

10+ Years Experience In Interior DesignTeam LeadershipClient Relationship DevelopmentProposals ExperienceBachelor's Degree In Interior Design Or Architecture

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Soft Skills

Team Environment LeadershipPositive Team Culture Management

Tools & Technologies

Ware Malcomb CRM System

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Interior DesignerLicensed ArchitectNCIDQ Certification

Industry Keywords

Business DevelopmentProject Budget ManagementClient ProposalsMarket Share GrowthStaff Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead design, growth, revenue, profitability, staff management, and client relationships for the local market
Oversee finances, business development, operations, and team member management
Ensure all client and consultant proposals and contracts are in place
Review and sign off on project budget reports before contract execution
Maintain organizational charts and review office forecasts, financials, and staffing needs with the Region's operations manager
Ensure positive team culture, morale, and general wellbeing
Review monthly project revenue projections and provide weekly updates
Prepare monthly business reports and participate in monthly meetings
Develop client relationships and increase market share and won work
Attend business development and networking functions
Track business development activity using the Ware Malcomb CRM system
Review group workload and attend scheduling meetings
Proactively manage project liability issues
Maintain regular team meetings and communication
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to recruit new team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience within the field of interior design
Prior experience leading a team or studio
Proposals experience
Experience developing and maintaining client relationships in the local market
Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design or Architecture
Ability to lead and foster a team environment
Registered Interior Designer, Licensed Architect, or NCIDQ Certification strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Access to Ware Malcomb's culture and programs
Team-oriented, collaborative work environment
Opportunities for mentoring and professional growth