Interior Design Manager

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Interior Design Manager

Position Type

Regular

Job Number

SA90724

Full or Part Time

full-time 40 hours weekly

Fair Labor Standard Act Classification

Exempt

Anticipated Pay Range

$95,000-$115,000

Pay Range Information

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of
the compensation range for this position. This range takes into
account a variety of factors that are considered in making
compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge,
abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other
business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined
based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as
well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated
pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The Interior Design Manager provides interior design expertise,
project management experience, consultation services, and space
planning support for university planning, design, renovation, and
construction projects. Working collaboratively with the internal
Campus Planning and Design ( CPD ) capital project management and
campus planning teams, consultants, contractors, and university
clients, this position supports the successful delivery of projects
through interior design management, furniture planning, and
development and stewardship of university interior design
standards.

The position provides in-house interior design services for smaller
projects and renovations and supports CPD Project Managers and
external project teams on larger capital projects. Responsibilities
include interior design consultation; space planning and test fits;
furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) planning, packages,
and implementation; interiors project budgeting and scheduling;
consultant coordination and communication; and user engagement
throughout planning, design, specifications, procurement,
construction, and occupancy phases.

Responsibilities

Interior Design Consultation, Services and Project Support

Provide interior design consultation and in-house design
services for university planning, renovation, tenant improvement,
and space renewal and enhancement projects.
Support project managers with the interior design and furniture
related [FF&E] aspects of, and procurement for, larger capital
projects.
Develop functional, aesthetically appropriate, and
user-centered design solutions that support university clients’
goals and operational needs.
Review project documents, drawings, specifications, and finish
selections for consistency with university standards and project
requirements.

Furniture Selection/ FF&E Management

Plan, specify, budget, present, and implement FF&E
packages, including furnishings and interior design elements, for
assigned university projects.
Support capital project managers and procurement staff with
FF&E budgets, drawings, schedules, purchasing requirements, and
installation coordination.
Monitor FF&E implementation to support project schedules,
budgets, and quality objectives.

Space Planning and Interior Standards Stewardship

Provide space planning services, utilization studies, and
conceptual test fits to evaluate program requirements and support
campus planning initiatives.
Prepare layouts, furniture plans, finish palettes, and
presentation materials for internal and user review and decision
making.
Recommend interior environments that support design and quality
standards, functionality, durability, accessibility,
maintainability, sustainability, and long-term campus
objectives.
Develop, implement, maintain, and steward university interior
design and furniture standards to ensure consistency in finishes,
materials, furnishings, and user experience across campus
projects.

Project Coordination and Communication

Assist in the selection and management of external consultants
providing interior design and planning services for capital
projects.
Support the development of project budgets, schedules, scopes,
and implementation plans as they pertain to interiors and
FF&E.
Serve as liaison among project participants (users, PMs,
consultants, vendors, manufacturers, contractors) and maintain
project communications, coordination activities, and documentation
throughout furniture procurement and installation activities.
Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and project
planning efforts to ensure alignment with project goals and user
needs.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from an accredited
Interior Design program and/or NCIDQ certification and/or licensed
Interior Designer credential.
Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible interior
design experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of interior design principles, space
planning, furniture systems, FF&E procurement, and construction
documentation.
Experience supporting projects through planning, design,
procurement, and implementation.
Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal
communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with project
teams, clients, consultants, and contractors.
Proficiency in Revit and SketchUp.
Experience with AutoCAD, preparation of presentation materials,
and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to prepare test fits, space plans, furniture plans,
finish boards, and presentation graphics.
Familiarity with furniture specification tools, product
research, and FF&E documentation.

Desired Qualifications

ASID or IIDA membership.
Experience within a higher education or institutional
environment.
Experience developing furniture standards, finish standards,
and workplace or educational space solutions.
Knowledge of accessibility, sustainability, and best practices
for learning, administrative, and student-focused
environments.

Special Instructions to Applicants

At Chapman University, we believe collaboration thrives through
in-person engagement. This position is fully on campus, and
employees work alongside colleagues, faculty, students, and staff
each day to support our vibrant university community.

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides
equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of
their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and
employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national
origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental
disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital
status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic
protected by state or federal law.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently
authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion
and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to
the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the
Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.

Minimum Number of References

2

Maximum Number of References

3

Pre-screening Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter

Optional Documents