Principal, Architecture & Interior Design

Principal, Architecture & Interior Design Location: Denver, CO (ability to travel needed with this opportunity) Our Executive Search team is conducting a confidential search for an accomplished Principal of Architecture & Interior Design on behalf of an established, nationally recognized organization entering its next phase of strategic growth. Reporting directly to the President and serving as a member of the executive leadership team, you'll work across business development, operations, engineering, project delivery, and marketing to establish a best-in-class Architecture & Interior Design practice that creates long-term value for both clients and the organization. Why This Opportunity: This is more than a leadership position; it is an opportunity to build something meaningful. Executive Strategy & Practice DevelopmentDevelop and execute the long-term vision for an Architecture & Interior Design practice.Help position the organization as a trusted strategic partner capable of influencing projects from concept through delivery.Participate in executive planning, client strategy sessions, and major project pursuits.Identify opportunities to expand service offerings and generate new revenue streams through design, consulting, planning, and advisory services.Support long-term business growth through strategic market positioning and innovation.Organizational LeadershipEvaluate current organizational capabilities and establish scalable structures for future growth.Create efficient workflows that improve collaboration across design, operations, engineering, project management, and business development.Build accountability, communication standards, and operational excellence throughout the organization.Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on design strategy, organizational development, and project delivery.Business Development & Market GrowthPartner with executive leadership to support strategic client pursuits and business development initiatives.Cultivate relationships with developers, owners, architects, consultants, and industry partners.Represent the organization during executive presentations, industry events, and key client engagements.Help expand the firm's market presence while creating repeatable, scalable solutions for clients.Leadership & Team DevelopmentMentor, inspire, and develop multidisciplinary design professionals.Foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-accountability culture.Build strong cross-functional partnerships that eliminate organizational silos and improve project execution.Lead through influence, credibility, and strategic vision.Client & Project LeadershipProvide executive guidance on complex projects and strategic pursuits.Align design vision with operational goals, constructability, and execution.Partner with clients and project stakeholders to elevate the overall project experience.Support integrated project delivery from early planning through implementation.Qualifications15+ years of executive leadership experience within architecture, design-build, integrated project delivery, commercial development, construction, interior design, or related industries.Experience serving as a Principal, Practice Leader, Studio Director, Managing Principal, Executive Director, or similar senior leadership role.Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams, organizational growth, and complex client-facing initiatives.Strong business acumen with the ability to balance strategic vision and operational execution.Experience developing or scaling departments, practices, business units, or service offerings.Exceptional executive presence with outstanding communication and relationship-building skills.Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to lead through growth, change, and organizational transformation.Preferred QualificationsLicensed Architect strongly preferred.Experience with integrated project delivery or design-build environments.Experience leading architecture and design organizations serving commercial, hospitality, experiential, mixed-use, retail, entertainment, workplace, institutional, or public-sector clients.Familiarity with modern design technologies, BIM platforms, visualization tools, and collaborative project delivery software.Leadership Profile: We're seeking an executive who combines strategic vision with hands-on leadership. About the Company: Interior Talent