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Interior Design Manager jobs are open across residential, commercial, and hospitality sectors, at every level from project designer to senior director, with specializations in space planning, FF&E procurement, and design team leadership. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Department of Art & Design at Utah State University seeks an Assistant Professor of Professional Practice to teach in the Interior Architecture & Design (IAD) Program. This is a full-time, academic-year (9-month) appointment, with
an anticipated start in August 2027.
The Interior Architecture & Design (IAD) Program offers competitive Bachelor of Interior Architecture & Design (BIAD) and Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degrees. Accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA), the IAD Program was the first program in Utah to earn this recognition. The program has an established record of success in national and international design competitions and is ranked eighth nationally for interior design education based on factors including tuition affordability and graduation rates.
With approximately 120 undergraduate majors, our faculty are experts at preparing interior designers for professional success. Students gain numerous experiences to help them develop and refine their design skills. Each year, we invite internationally renowned designers and architects to campus to collaborate with our students. We also offer travel opportunities through student design trips at prominent design venues and historic sites. Students actively participate in professional associations, including ASID, IIDA, and USGBC.
In this highly competitive technical program, students must pass a first-year portfolio review for admission and complete a second-year review to continue. A minimum six-week internship is required during the summer of the third year, and most students pass the LEED Green Associate exam within their first year in the program. Additionally, students may wish to further their studies in architecture by applying for a graduate program that aligns with their goals. Our graduates enter the job market with real-world experience, pursue successful careers, and become leaders in the design profession. Academic degrees offered include the Bachelor of Interior Architecture and Design and the Master of Fine Arts with a focus on Interior Architecture and Design.
- Teach undergraduate interior architecture and design studios, lecture courses, and interdisciplinary collaborative studios.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring students.
- Assist with ongoing program accreditation activities.
- Contribute service to the department, college, and university.
- Participate in professional design associations and the design industry, providing service at national, state, and local levels.
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Interior Design, Interior Architecture & Design, or Architecture.
- Eight to ten years of practice in commercial and residential interior design or architecture.
- Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate students.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to maintain collegial relationships with faculty, students, and staff.
- Licensure as an architect or NCIDQ certification as an interior designer; LEED AP and/or WELL AP credentials.
- Ten or more years of practice in commercial and residential interior design or architecture.
- Graduate degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or Architecture.
- University-level teaching experience, particularly in a CIDA-accredited program.
- Extensive experience in architectural drafting, construction documents, and modeling software, including AutoCAD, Revit, and emerging technologies.
- Expertise in interior design, architecture, building codes, construction methods, sustainability, business practices, industry standards, Canvas, and CIDA accreditation standards.
- Curriculum vitae to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
- Names and contact information for three references to be typed at the beginning of the application
- Finalists will be asked to deliver a public presentation.
- Cover Letter expressing interest in the position
- Academic transcripts
- 10-20 images representing professional design projects to be compiled into a single PDF. If it is a link to an online portfolio, please submit a PDF with the link on the document.
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Statement of research and/or creative interests
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, which it joined July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when it named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.
The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at 435-797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.
updated 10/26
Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.
Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.
In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.
The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:
Civil Rights & Title IX Office
For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:
U.S. Department of Education
U.S. Department of Education
updated 08/2026
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in interior design manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in interior design, architecture, or a closely related field
- 5 or more years of interior design experience with at least 2 in a supervisory role
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or comparable CAD and BIM software
- Experience managing FF&E procurement, vendor relationships, and project budgets
- NCIDQ certification or active progress toward certification
- Strong knowledge of building codes, ADA requirements, and space planning standards
Tips for Your Interior Design Manager Job Search
Tailor your portfolio for each application
Hiring managers for interior design manager roles want to see project scope, budget ownership, and team coordination, not just aesthetics. Cut anything that doesn't show you directing a project from concept through installation and client handoff.
Highlight FF&E experience on your resume
Furniture, fixtures, and equipment procurement is a differentiator at the manager level. Call out specific procurement workflows, vendor relationships, or budget ranges you've managed so reviewers can immediately gauge your operational depth.
Target roles that match your sector experience
Hospitality, healthcare, and corporate workplace design each have distinct code requirements, timelines, and client expectations. Filter your search by sector so you're applying to openings where your existing project knowledge transfers directly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists interior design manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a walk-through of one complex project
Interviewers at the manager level typically ask you to narrate a full project lifecycle. Practice describing a single project where you juggled design decisions, contractor coordination, and client revisions so you can answer confidently without rambling.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
Design managers often accept titles without clarifying team size, budget authority, or vendor approval rights. Before accepting an offer, confirm exactly how many direct reports you'll have and what spend level requires sign-off from above.
Interior Design Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most interior design managers?
The most active employers for interior design managers right now are RH, Ethan Allen, and calico, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to concentrate in firms handling large-scale commercial, hospitality, or multi-family residential projects.
How many interior design manager jobs are remote?
About 30% of interior design manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles require on-site presence for client walkthroughs, contractor oversight, and installation reviews. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are design direction, FF&E sourcing, and project specification writing rather than hands-on site management.
How do you become an interior design manager?
Start with a degree in interior design or architecture, then build several years of project experience across space planning, FF&E selection, and client management. Pursue NCIDQ certification to signal professional readiness. Take on lead designer or senior designer roles that give you direct reports or budget responsibility, then position yourself for manager openings by showing measurable outcomes like completed project timelines and procurement savings.
Can you get hired as an interior design manager with little experience?
Moving into an interior design manager role with limited experience is possible if you've led projects independently, even without a formal management title. Emphasize any time you coordinated contractors, directed junior designers informally, or owned a project budget. Some smaller firms and in-house corporate teams hire design leads into manager titles when they demonstrate project ownership and client communication skills more than years on a resume.
What does the interior design manager interview process look like?
Most interview processes for interior design manager roles involve an initial screening call focused on your background and leadership style, followed by a portfolio review where you walk through past projects in depth. A second round typically includes a panel with creative directors or operations leads who probe your process for managing timelines, vendor relationships, and cross-functional teams. Some employers add a brief design exercise or case study before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to interior design manager jobs?
You can find and apply to interior design manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Search for roles that match your sector experience and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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