Studio Leader - Interior Design

Greater Chicago Area | Working Style: Hybrid

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader in the select service, hospitality sector to join a growing and talented team. This opportunity calls for a Studio Leader with passion, critical thinking, integrity, and curiosity. If that is you, join a firm that is transparent, curious, collaborative, engaging, and respectful of a company culture and work environment.

As the Studio Lead of Select Service, you drive operational excellence, lead the design team, and ensure project success. This role oversees the overall Design process for our Select Service Hospitality clients, including project timelines, design standards and consistency, and client deliverables. Essential to your success is leading a Design studio, including team performance, recruitment, and professional development. Acting as a key liaison between design teams, senior leadership, and clients, the Studio Lead ensures efficient workflows, accurate billing, and adherence to company standards. With authority over contracts, approvals, and process improvements, this role fosters collaboration, accountability, and continuous growth within the team and organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Interior Design, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in design, project management, or studio leadership, preferably in Select Service or hospitality sectors.
• Strong understanding of construction documents, detailing, and design standards.
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with clients, vendors, and industry representatives.
• Experience maintaining detailed records of project timelines and contractual obligations.
• Willingness to attend industry conferences and represent the company professionally.
• Familiarity with Select Service design standards and hospitality-specific workflows is required

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual Salary + Bonus Structure + Full Benefits Package
• Benefits Package - healthcare, 401K with a generous match (90 day waiting period), Holidays, PTO, phone allowance, collaborative team, team gatherings, and much more.

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