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Perkins&Will · 2 weeks ago

Interior Design Director

Boston, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$153K/yr - $225K/yr

15+ years exp

Perkins&Will is an innovative interdisciplinary design firm seeking a bold Interior Design Director to lead their Boston interior design practice. The role involves shaping the creative direction of interior projects, fostering an inclusive studio culture, and building strong client relationships.

ArchitectureInterior DesignSustainability

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

You’ll lead the creative direction of interior projects—whether standalone or integrated—pushing boundaries in sustainability, material health, and craft

You’ll ensure every detail aligns with our mission: design a better, more just world

You’ll shape an inclusive, creative studio environment where ideas thrive

You’ll recruit, mentor, and grow the next generation of design leaders

As a strategic partner and design advocate, you’ll build trust with clients from day one and position our studio as a go-to for bold, values-driven design

You’ll work hand-in-hand with architects, planners, consultants, and researchers to develop truly interdisciplinary solutions

You’ll lead pursuits, craft narratives, and represent the Boston studio in interviews and market-facing efforts

Qualification

Interior design leadershipProfessional licensureDesign portfolioFluency in codesTeam guidanceClient communicationSoftware proficiencySustainability championDynamic communicatorCreative leaderMentorshipCollaboration

Required

15+ years of interior design leadership across a range of project types (workplace, education, healthcare, civic, or others)

Professional licensure (e.g., NCIDQ, Architectural license)

An inspiring design portfolio, including recognized or award-winning work

Deep fluency in interior codes, systems, and standards

Experience guiding multidisciplinary teams from concept through delivery

Strong client communication, negotiation, and budget management skills

Experience in Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper, Adobe Suite, Enscape, and VRay

Direct experience in coordinating consultants, including Lighting, Acoustics, AV, MEPFP and Structure

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in interior design, architecture, or a related field

LEED GA required within 6 months of hire; WELL AP or Living Future Accreditation a plus

Company

Perkins&Will

Glassdoor4.0

Since 1935, we’ve believed that design has the power to make the world a better, more beautiful place.

Founded in 1935

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://perkinswill.com

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