Interior Design Studio Manager

Ware Malcomb is excited to announce an opening for an Interior Design Studio Manager with a focus on retail projects, based in our New York office!

The Studio Manager is a key member of the Ware Malcomb senior management team, responsible for supporting the Principal or Director in the areas of growth, revenue, profitability, project management, design, staff management and client relationships for their market area. You will be responsible for nurturing a positive, team-oriented environment, ensuring financial goals and deadlines are being met, and assisting the office leader in business development.

Studio Manager Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring and training staff
• Responsible for new project proposals and overall financial health of projects
• Assist in responding to RFQ/RFPs and participate in business development efforts
• Manage client relationships, actively pursue additional and new business
• Oversee projects for the Interior Architecture & Design group

Studio Manager Requirements

• 10+ years of experience within the field of interior design with at least two years at the Project Manager or Senior Project Manager level
• Preferred experience in a leadership role
• Experience working on interior design projects, specifically within the retail industry
• 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

Established in 1972, Ware Malcomb is a contemporary and expanding full service design firm providing professional architecture, planning, interior design, civil engineering, branding and building measurement services to corporate, commercial/residential developer and public/institutional clients throughout the world.

With office locations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Brazil, the firm specializes in the design of commercial office, corporate, industrial, science & technology, healthcare, retail, auto, public/institutional facilities and renovation projects.

Ware Malcomb offers the best of both worlds - a small-office, supportive and nurturing work environment with large company resources and support - providing an amazing opportunity for professional growth. Ware Malcomb offers a wellness-focused company culture, competitive salary and overall benefits package.

Ware Malcomb is recognized as an Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private company and a Hot Firm and Best Firm to Work For by Zweig Group!