The Design Team Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, responsible for leading and coordinating a team of Interior Designers and related design staff. This role oversees the end-to-end design process, ensuring projects move efficiently from concept development through construction documentation and installation. Daily responsibilities include managing workloads, setting design standards, reviewing plans and drawings, and providing coaching and feedback to team members. The Design Team Manager collaborates closely with CAD and Construction Departments, Purchasing, and leadership to maintain quality, consistency, and adherence to project timelines and budgets. This position also supports client presentations, helps resolve design and technical challenges, and contributes to the continual improvement of design processes and best practices.
What You'll Do
As the Design Team Manager, you will:
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of talented Interior Designers.
• Monitor the progress of all active projects to ensure schedules, budgets, and client commitments are met.
• Identify potential project risks before they become problems and implement solutions.
• Collaborate with CAD Dept., Purchasing, Accounting, Warehouse, Installation, and executive leadership to keep projects moving efficiently.
• Maintain department standards for quality, documentation, communication, and client service.
• Develop and improve processes, workflows, and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Coach team members, conduct performance reviews, and help develop future leaders.
• Create visibility through project tracking, dashboards, and key performance metrics.
The ideal candidate is a confident, organized leader with outstanding communication and project management skills.
• 8–10 years of management experience in Interior Design or a related field.
• Relevant education such as a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a closely related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in Design Management, including oversight of multiple interior design projects and coordination of design deliverables.
• Strong Team Management skills, with experience leading, mentoring, and developing designers and cross-functional creative teams.
• Proficiency in Construction Drawings and understanding of documentation standards, detailing, and coordination with construction professionals.
• Advanced skills in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and familiarity with Architectural Design principles relevant to luxury residential interiors.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Strong collaboration skills and comfort working closely with Purchasing, Warehouse, and Installation teams to deliver completed spaces.
• Knowledge of current design trends, materials, and finishes, and the ability to translate client ideas into cohesive, buildable design solutions.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to travel to client sites as needed.
The Decorators Unlimited is a luxury Interior Design firm that has specialized in high-end residential projects worldwide since 1985. Based in a 55,000-square-foot headquarters in South Florida, the company employs over 85 team members, including more than 20 Interior Designers and dedicated CAD, construction, on-site warehouse, installation team and purchasing departments. The firm is known for meticulous attention to detail, strong client and builder relationships, and full-service support from concept through completion. The Decorators Unlimited also has an onsite boutique, Decorators Unlimited Home Collection, where clients can shop curated furnishings, accessories, and gifts with guidance from design associates. With multilingual services, the company offers a global, client-focused design experience grounded in exceptional customer service.
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and work-life balance:
• Health insurance (after 60 days)
• Dental insurance (after 60 days)
• Vision insurance (after 60 days)
• STD, LTD, and Life Insurance (after 60 days)
• Paid time off (2 weeks per year, after 12 months of employment)
• 401(k) (after 1 year)
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Program
• Employee discount
• 7 paid holidays per year
This is an opportunity to lead an established and talented design team while making a meaningful impact on the growth and success of our company. You'll work alongside experienced leadership, help shape department strategy, and build systems that support long-term operational excellence.
If you're an organized leader who enjoys developing people, solving challenges, and driving continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. Interested candidates submit resume with cover letter with salary expectation to jasonlynn@decoratorsunlimited.com.
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