Director of Interior Design

DBI/David Brown International

Director of Interior Design

Seattle, WA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you an accomplished interior design leader who knows how to turn relationships, ideas, and design expertise into lasting client partnerships?

    A nationally recognized architecture, planning, and interiors firm is seeking a Director of Interior Design to lead growth across the Pacific Northwest. This is a high-impact, client-facing opportunity for a respected design professional who enjoys building business, shaping market strategy, and helping talented teams succeed.

    What You’ll Do

    • Lead the firm’s interior design growth strategy across the Pacific Northwest
    • Develop relationships with owners, developers, investors, builders, and industry partners
    • Identify new opportunities and guide major pursuits from initial contact through project delivery
    • Serve as a trusted advisor on interior design, procurement, and project execution
    • Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and speaking engagements
    • Mentor designers and project leaders in client engagement and business development
    • Help strengthen a collaborative, accountable, and inclusive team culture

    What You’ll Bring

    • Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture
    • 10+ years of leadership experience within a highly regarded design firm
    • 10+ years of successful business development experience
    • Strong relationships and market knowledge within the Pacific Northwest
    • A proven ability to generate opportunities and build executive-level client relationships
    • Excellent communication, presentation, and pursuit leadership skills
    • Certified Interior Designer credentials are preferred

    Why This Opportunity?

    You’ll have the platform to shape a growing regional practice while working with experienced leaders who value humility, teamwork, clarity, and design excellence. The organization offers a hybrid work environment, medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k), flexible spending plans, commuter benefits, and participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

    Ready to combine your design leadership, market credibility, and entrepreneurial drive? We’d welcome a confidential conversation.

  • Compensation
    $158,000 per year