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

Additional Information

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 - providingan 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!

Ware Malcomb

Studio Manager, Retail - Interior Architecture & Design