Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from AECOM
Job overview
The Principal Director of Interiors, NY at AECOM leads and grows the Interiors practice in the NY Metro area, driving business success and design excellence within the Buildings+Places unit.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves strategic leadership of the Interiors group, business planning, project oversight, client relationship management, business development, marketing strategy, staff mentoring, and ensuring project profitability and quality.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $190,000 to $250,000, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, and flexible work options.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a Bachelor's in Interior Design or Architecture with 10+ years of experience including leadership roles, NCIDQ certification or architectural license, and marketing/project management experience in relevant sectors; 15+ years and multi-disciplinary practice experience preferred.
Career development
AECOM provides award-winning training and development programs to enhance technical and leadership skills, supporting career growth and ambitions within a global team.
Work environment and culture
AECOM fosters a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive workplace with a focus on innovation, community, and employee well-being, supporting hybrid work schedules.
Company information
AECOM is a global infrastructure leader with over 50,000 employees, delivering sustainable and innovative solutions in infrastructure, environment, energy, and buildings, with $16.1 billion revenue in 2024.
Team overview
The candidate will join the NYC Interiors studio within the Buildings+Places practice, collaborating with leadership and multidisciplinary teams to achieve business and design goals.
Job location and travel
This role is based in AECOM's NYC office with a hybrid work schedule requiring regular in-office presence.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines strategic leadership, business development, and design excellence in a major metropolitan market with opportunities to impact large-scale projects and grow the Interiors practice.
Company overview
AECOM is a global infrastructure firm that provides design, consulting, construction, and management services to a wide range of clients. They generate revenue through project-based contracts in sectors such as transportation, buildings, water, government, and energy. Founded in 1990, AECOM has grown through strategic acquisitions and mergers, becoming a leader in engineering and environmental services. The company is known for its involvement in high-profile projects like the London 2012 Olympics and the Abu Dhabi International Airport expansion.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight leadership experience in interior design, especially your ability to lead and grow a practice within a multidisciplinary environment, aligning with AECOM's strategic vision for their Interiors group in the NY Metro area.
Emphasize your skills in business development, marketing strategy, and project management, particularly your experience with fee proposals, client relationship growth, and profitability management, as these are key responsibilities in the job description.
Apply through multiple platforms including AECOM's official corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of visibility and consideration for the Principal Director of Interiors role.
Connect with current AECOM Interiors leadership and team members on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent AECOM projects in NYC, asking about their experience working in the Buildings + Places practice, or inquiring how they see the Interiors practice evolving in the NY market.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'strategic vision,' 'business development,' 'interiors practice leadership,' 'project profitability,' and 'client relationship management' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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