Design Manager | Workplace Interiors

About the role

Corgan is a welcoming and supportive environment that provides significant career advantages. You’ll find room to grow, freedom to explore — and the safety to fail. This role is an in-office position based in Boston.

Responsibilities

• Lead concept development and guide the design narrative for a wide range of projects
• Partner with clients to understand their vision and bring it to life through inspired, buildable design
• Curate materials, finishes, furnishings, and details that reflect both design integrity and operational excellence
• Mentor and motivate a talented team of designers, fostering a collaborative, creative culture
• Lead design presentations that communicate a strong point of view with clarity and confidence
• Manage project delivery, ensuring design intent carries through documentation, construction, and completion
• Collaborate with architects, consultants, and brand strategists to deliver seamless, cohesive experiences
• Engage with the broader design and aviation community to build relationships and identify new opportunities
• Oversee the work of the Project Designers
• Direct the production of design materials that meet project objectives, including functional concepts, images, schedules and budgets
• Cultivate success through high level design and planning, facility requirements analysis, conceptual design and systems integration and teamwork
• Possess excellent programming and strategic planning skills
• Maintain knowledge regarding industry trends, professional practice, regulatory and construction practice and issues
• Build the firm’s practice by inspiring and motivating Project Designers

Requirements

• Minimum 10+ years of interior design experience, ideally in workplace
• Portfolio that demonstrates design excellence - from concept to realization
• Deep understanding of how design enhances the guest experience and brand identity
• Fluency in Revit, and familiarity with FF&E selection, detailing and documentation
• Strong leadership, organizational and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, teams, and client relationships
• Interest in sustainable design and innovation
• Professional registration preferred

Qualifications

• Degree in Interior Design or Architecture
• Ongoing participation in outside design activities, groups, etc.
• Confident presentation ability

Skills

• Industry expertise in major building systems

Benefits

Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Our commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics is unwavering. Our passion, drive for excellence, and abiding curiosity guide us each day in our interaction with our clients, partners, associates, and with each other. Corgan promotes a healthy work-life balance by removing obstacles and allowing you to focus on what you love doing, both inside and outside the office.

Pay

Base Salary Range: $90,000- $135,000 annually - Boston locations only

Schedule

This role is an in-office position based in Boston. Regular, reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of this role.