Studio Manager, Interior Architecture & Design

Ware Malcomb

. Support the Principal or Director in growth, revenue, profitability, project management, design, staff management and client relationships for the market area .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in interior design and project management, with a strong focus on client relationship development and business growth. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor staff, and ensure project financial health while meeting deadlines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

10+ Years Experience In Interior Design/ArchitectureProject Management ExperienceBusiness Development ExperienceRegistered Interior Designer Or NCIDQ CertificationCAD And Revit Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementClient Relationship DevelopmentFinancial ManagementProposal PreparationCommercial Interior DesignWorkplace InteriorsRetail DesignTeam LeadershipMentoringBusiness Development

Soft Skills

Team-Oriented EnvironmentCommunicationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

CADRevit

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Interior DesignerNCIDQ Certification

Industry Keywords

Interior DesignArchitectureCommercial ProjectsWorkplace InteriorsRetail DesignRFPsRFQsFinancial GoalsProject ProposalsClient Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Principal or Director in growth, revenue, profitability, project management, design, staff management and client relationships for the market area
Lead, mentor and train staff
Prepare new project proposals and support the overall financial health of projects
Assist in responding to RFQs/RFPs and participate in business development efforts
Manage client relationships and pursue additional and new business
Oversee projects for the Interior Architecture & Design group
Nurture a positive, team-oriented environment
Ensure financial goals and deadlines are met
Assist the office leader in business development

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience within the field of interior design/architecture, including at least two years at the Project Manager or Senior Project Manager level
Preferred experience in a leadership role
Experience working on commercial interior design projects, including workplace/corporate interiors, retail or other commercial
Experience developing and maintaining client relationships
Business Development experience and strong local network preferred
Registered Interior Designer or NCIDQ Certification strongly preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture or related field
CAD and Revit knowledge
Ability to lead and foster a team environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time, long-term position
Programs offered through Ware Malcomb's culture and employee experience