Interior Design Project Manager

About the role

The role at a glance: Join NBBJ's Seattle 31 Studio—our dynamic Corporate/Commercial Practice—as a Project Manager driving transformative Commercial Interiors projects for industry-leading clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire design teams – Plan, organize, and mentor multidisciplinary teams of 5-10+ design professionals, fostering collaboration and design excellence
• Champion project delivery – Ensure accuracy, quality, and design intent across all project deliverables and documentation
• Cultivate client relationships – Serve as the primary client liaison, building trust and long-term strategic partnerships that generate repeat business and referrals
• Drive fiscal accountability – Lead decision-making with full financial responsibility, managing project budgets, schedules, and profitability targets
• Strategize and execute – Develop comprehensive project work plans that balance design ambition with operational realities
• Contribute to business growth – Participate in proposal development, client presentations, interviews, and strategic business development initiatives
• Solve complex challenges – Apply deep knowledge of interior architecture and design principles to navigate technical, programmatic, and logistical complexities
• Negotiate and manage contracts – Draft, review, and negotiate client and consultant agreements
• Collaborate firm-wide – Partner across NBBJ studios and disciplines to leverage diverse expertise and expand opportunities
• Expand your network – Develop and leverage client relationships to win new work and position NBBJ as the partner of choice

Requirements

• Experience: 10-15 years of professional experience in Interior Design or Interior Architecture, with demonstrated success managing large-scale, complex projects for industry-leading clients
• Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture
• Location: Ability to work in-person at NBBJ's Seattle office
• Credentials: NCIDQ Certification strongly preferred; LEED Accreditation required (or obtained within 18 months of hire)
• Project expertise: Proven track record managing projects through all phases—from pre-design through construction administration—including contract negotiation, work plan development, and experience with diverse project delivery methodologies (Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, IPD, etc.)
• Leadership excellence: Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire teams, manage client expectations, and build lasting relationships
• Technical proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft suite (Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint); knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, SketchUp, Rhino, or 3DS Max highly desired; 3D modeling experience a plus
• Organizational mastery: Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects with competing priorities and tight deadlines while maintaining quality and attention to detail
• Collaborative mindset: Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative, design-focused environment with diverse, cross-functional teams
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel as project needs require
• Design passion: Genuine enthusiasm for interior design and commitment to staying current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and sustainable design practices

Qualifications

• NCIDQ Certification
• LEED Accreditation

Skills

• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of design software (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, SketchUp, Rhino, 3DS Max)
• Experience with project management tools (MS Project)
• Understanding of sustainable design practices

Benefits

Annual base pay range for this role is anticipated to be between $90,000 and $125,000. Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience.

Pay

Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience.

Schedule

This role requires the individual to be based in the United States.

Why choose NBBJ?

• We believe that all NBBJ employees should love their work. This means not only loving what you do but having pride in your workplace.
• We strive to be that irresistible place to work by enhancing your employee experience with customized programs and comprehensive benefits.
• In addition to 100% covered employee healthcare costs and 401k contributions, we offer unique professional development opportunities, volunteer opportunities and access to leading technology and resources to further help you love your work and advance your career.
• NBBJ has been named three times by Fast Company as one of the most innovative architecture firms.
• Founded in 1943, our first office opened over 75 years ago in Seattle, Washington. We now have over 10 office locations around the globe.
• We are a transdisciplinary, cross-practice focused firm with a deep portfolio of Civic & Cultural, Commercial, Corporate, Healthcare, Higher Education, Science and Technology, Sports, and Urban Environment projects.
• We also have several areas of service expertise including: Architecture, Environmental Graphic Design, Interior Design, Lighting Design, Workplace Consulting and more.
• In the past decade, NBBJ has received more than 300 awards from leading global, national and regional award programs across the business, real estate and design communities.
• We work with 5 of the top global high-tech companies, 14 of the U.S. News and World Report Top Hospitals, and 4 of the top 10 highest-ranked learning institutions.
• NBBJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer.