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Interior Design Project Manager - Project Manager Job in Los Angeles - $100,000- $130,000

  • Location California
  • Type Permanent
  • Salary $100,000 - $130,000
  • Ref 1369710
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Workplace Interiors, full-time on-site, $100,000 – $130,000

Job Summary

Interior Design Project Manager job opportunity in Los Angeles with a leading architecture and design firm specialising in workplace and corporate interiors. Based in Culver City, this Project Manager position joins an established and dynamic collaborative team. You will oversee projects through all design phases while coordinating internal teams, consultants and project stakeholders. The role requires strong workplace or corporate interior experience within an architecture and interior design environment.

You will manage project schedules, fee budgets, client expectations, technical documentation and quality assurance throughout delivery. Responsibilities also include overseeing materials, furnishings, fixtures and equipment selections across commercial interior projects. You will provide leadership and mentorship while supporting design and technical decision-making across project teams. Candidates should bring extensive workplace design experience and proven project leadership and delivery, strong technical skills and client facing abilities. The role combines project management, technical oversight, client coordination and business development responsibilities.

About the Company

This top-10 architecture and design firm has numerous studios across the USA, alongside offices in Asia and Europe. The firm delivers workplace and corporate interiors projects through collaborative architecture and interior design teams. Its established studio environment brings together creative professionals focused on design quality, technical excellence and project delivery.

Team members are encouraged to expand their expertise and progressively take on greater responsibilities. The business supports personal and professional growth through skills development, technology and communication. Professional ethics, curiosity, continuous improvement and collaborative working remain central to its approach. This position is based full-time on-site in Culver City, Los Angeles.

Role & Responsibilities

    • Develop project fee structures that accurately reflect the agreed scope of services
    • Establish and manage project schedules
    • Manage client expectations while coordinating internal staff, external consultants and other project stakeholders effectively
    • Provide project leadership by defining team responsibilities, recognising individual strengths and offering appropriate mentorship
    • Lead technical and design discussions while facilitating appropriate solutions across project teams and stakeholders
    • Oversee materials, furnishings, fixtures and equipment selections alongside construction phase procedures and documentation
    • Manage project production, quality assurance, regulatory requirements and technical challenges throughout project delivery
    • Support presentations, professional networking and new business opportunities while encouraging innovation across project teams

Skills & Experience Required

    • Minimum 12 years of workplace/commercial design experience
    • Degree from a CIDA accredited Interior Design programme or equivalent
    • Strong design portfolio covering conceptual design, space planning and detailing
    • Strong Revit proficiency and technical knowledge and experience
    • Demonstrated experience managing consultants, contractors, client relationships, project fees, schedules and overall work plans
    • Knowledge of construction practices, constructability, project codes, regulatory requirements and quality control processes
    • Effective organisational, communication and presentation skills with strong attention to detail and a flexible attitude
    • Successful experience pursuing new projects through business development, marketing, and client satisfaction

Salary & Benefits

    • Salary of $100,000 – $130,000. Flexible depending on experience
    • Bonus potential
    • PTO scheme increasing with length of service +10 holiday days
    • 401K with medical, dental and vision benefits
    • Commuter benefits, and more

Who Is This Role Ideal For?

This position suits an experienced commercial Interior Design Project Manager professional ready to lead complex workplace interiors projects. You should be comfortable managing project fees, schedules, consultants, contractors and client relationships simultaneously. The role requires strong technical knowledge alongside demonstrated conceptual design, space planning and detailing capabilities.

You will need confidence presenting ideas and coordinating multidisciplinary teams throughout project development and construction. Strong Revit skills and knowledge of project documentation are important for successful delivery. Candidates should also understand construction practices, relevant codes and quality assurance requirements. An interest in sustainable design, professional development and continuous project improvement will support success within the studio.

About Hunter Dunning

Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the US, UK and Ireland property and construction market.

We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. We offer informed and confidential discussions for both clients and candidates and welcome conversations about this opportunity and your wider career plans within the built environment.

Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time.

We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website.

Referral

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Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they’ve successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.

Interior Design Project Manager job in Los Angeles – Your Property Recruitment Specialists (Job Ref: 1369710)

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