Sprinkman Design Collective · 1 month ago
Director of Interior Design
Greater Madison Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$75K/yr - $110K/yr
7+ years expSprinkman Design Collective is a design firm based in Madison, Wisconsin, seeking a Director of Interior Design to lead their design team. The role involves managing residential and light commercial projects, overseeing project execution, and mentoring junior designers while contributing to business development and maintaining client relationships.
Design
Hiring Manager
Mary Alesandrini
Responsibilities
Lead Design Consults with potential clients
Create accurate scope documents and estimates to review with potential clients
Create aggressive, but achievable client timelines
Recommend appropriate contractor(s) for project as needed
Document site conditions and measurements
Develop effective space plans that optimize layout and flow for functionality
Create Design Concepts that both highlight the clients’ design needs and preferences, and also adhere to Sprinkman’s design standards
Create Construction Documentation
Develop a holistic approach to designs that consider all aspects of a space and its contents
Source furniture, fixtures, finishes, and decor using online vendors, local suppliers, and partnerships with Interior Designers that meet established client preferences and maximize profits
Work closely with contractors to ensure design plans align with structural requirements, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing requirements
Review, markup, request revisions, and approve shop drawings and submittals of samples
Document specifications for Procurement Manager and contractors
Lead meetings with clients to present - and effectively sell - design recommendations
Maintain open communication with clients, providing regular updates and obtaining approvals at key milestones
Perform thorough evaluation and cross checking of order information prior to submission to Procurement Manager or contractor
Lead walk thoughts with contractors from all disciplines
Respond to contractors quickly regarding questions on design specifics
Review on-site installation by contractors at critical junctures to ensure adherence to design
Lead installation efforts
Supervise and assist with professional photography of finished install
Help to grow Interior Designers’ knowledge through training, inclusion, and client deliverable assignments to work towards confidently and independently leading projects
Contribute to monthly trainings for Interior Designers to grow critical design knowledge
Provide feedback on Interior Designers on a regular basis to strategically and positively contribute to their development
Help designers set and achieve both short- and long-term goals
Share feedback with the team for ways to continue to improve the client experience
Red-line Designers’ plans and elevations
Work with the Director of Operations to interview, hire, and train new employees, guide the team in achieving common goals, invest in the growth and development of team members
Oversee multiple projects from schematic design through to completion, ensuring design quality and consistency
Manage project deadlines, budgets, and project coordination
Ensure quality control (QC) for client deliverables (drawings, presentations, proposals) prior to client-facing reviews
Onboard new clients strategically based on current client timelines and employee workload
Set and maintain the firm’s creative and design vision
Secure new projects
Cultivate and manage relationships with clients
Meet with leadership to report on client statuses and larger company goals on established cadence
Work with the Director of Operations to identify financial goals and ensure projects are profitable and drive business growth
Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and evolving consumer preferences within the interior design landscape. This includes familiarity with the latest materials, techniques, and technologies shaping the field and leveraging this knowledge to inform design decisions and stay ahead of the competition
Participate in industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities
Contribute to the broader design community through speaking engagements, publications, or mentorship roles, showcasing thought leadership and credibility with the field
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture
7+ years full time work experience in the design industry
Strong knowledge of residential furniture, fixtures, finishes; including an understanding of materials, sizing, installation recommendations, ideal vendors, and more
Awareness and interest in timeless, luxurious design that is bespoke, and functional for our clients
Self-driven to succeed, detail-oriented, and organized
Able to manage several projects at once with long tasks lists
Friendly, approachable, empathetic, and gregarious
Team-player, focused on team success over individual recognition
Talented relationship builder
Takes a calm, level-headed and positive approach to daily challenges
Demonstrated ability to train more Designer
Proficient- to expert-level design software knowledge and experience for graphic design presentations, technical drawings and 3D modeling. May include: AutoDesk, Chief Architect, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Bluebeam
Proficient knowledge and application of local and national building codes, life safety standards, and accessibility requirements (like the ADA and ANSI) is crucial for creating functional and safe spaces
Strong communication and problem solving skills
Financial analysis and budgeting abilities
Excel and Google Suite
Preferred
2+ years in residential preferred
NCIDQ certification a plus
Benefits
Paid time off
401k
Relocation services
Company
Sprinkman Design Collective
Let’s dream together about how you want to feel in your home.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase