Studio Manager, Interior Architecture & Design

Ware Malcomb has an exciting opportunity for a Studio Manager, Interior Architecture & Design to join our team in Pleasanton, California!
The Studio Manager is a key member of the Ware Malcomb senior management team, responsible for supporting the Principal or Director in the areas of growth, revenue, profitability, project management, design, team member management and client relationships for your group. You will be responsible for nurturing a positive, team-oriented environment, ensuring financial goals and deadlines are being met, and assisting the office leader in business development.

Studio Manager Responsibilities:

• Leading, mentoring and training team members
• Responsible for new project proposals and overall financial health of projects
• Assist in responding to RFQ/RFPs and participate in business development efforts
• Manage client relationships, actively pursue repeat and new business
• Oversee team and projects for the Interior Architecture & Design group
• Preparation of your groups organization chart, review of forecasts and staffing needs
• Assign workload and manage staffing meetings
• Participate in yearly Mind Maps and Strategic Planning for your group

Studio Manager Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience within the field of interior design/architecture
• Preferred experience in a leadership role
• Experience working on diverse interior design projects, including workplace/corporate interiors
• Experience developing and maintaining client relationships.
• Business Development experience and strong local network preferred.
• Registered Interior Designer or NCIDQ Certification strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture or related field
• Ability to lead and foster a positive team environment

Established in 1972, Ware Malcomb is a contemporary and expanding full service design firm providing professional architecture, planning, interior design, civil engineering, branding and building measurement services to corporate, commercial/residential developer and public/institutional clients throughout the world.
With office locations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Brazil, the firm specializes in the design of commercial office, corporate, industrial, science & technology, healthcare, retail, auto, public/institutional facilities and renovation projects.
Ware Malcomb offers the best of both worlds - a small-office, supportive and nurturing work environment with large company resources and support - providing an amazing opportunity for professional growth.  Ware Malcomb offers a wellness-focused company culture, competitive salary and overall benefits package.
Ware Malcomb is recognized as an Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private company and a Hot Firm and Best Firm to Work For by Zweig Group!
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