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DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place.

Role

We have an opening for a Interior Design Studio Leader. We operate within a hybrid work model, supporting flexibility between office time and work from home. Considering this model, this role could be based in the following cities:

• Phoenix

Position Summary

As a dynamic and strategic Interior Design Studio Leader, you will lead both design excellence and business growth. This is a high-impact leadership role, responsible for driving creative vision, project execution, building client relationships, actively networking, and securing new work.

You will oversee a team of interior designers, guiding projects from concept through construction while fostering collaboration, growth, and innovation. You’ll work with sector leaders and business development teams to pursue new opportunities, build visibility, and ensure DLR Group remains a trusted industry leader. As part of our employee-owned firm, you will also help shape our culture and business strategy.

What You Will Do

• Lead and mentor a team of 6–8 interior designers, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation.
• Manage all phases of design, from concept to construction.
• Engage with clients, industry networking, and relationship building to drive new business.
• Collaborate with marketing and leadership to identify pursuits and win work.
• Advise clients on strategy, design, and execution with clarity and confidence.
• Promote and reinforce DLR Group’s integrated design approach through collaboration.
• Ensure technical quality and constructability of design documents, aligning with budgets, schedules, and sustainability goals.
• Support professional development of junior designers.
• Represent DLR Group at industry events and in professional organizations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design
• 10+ years of interior design experience, focusing on commercial, workplace, or relevant projects
• Professional licensure; LEED AP or similar sustainability credential preferred
• Leadership experience in team development and project execution
• Proficiency in Revit and standard A/E/C software tools
• Proven success in business development and client engagement
• Excellent communication skills
• Active involvement in design industry organizations and a strong local network

DLR Group is committed to diversity and inclusion, and we are an equal opportunity employer.