Executive Vice President | Commercial Interior Design
Job Description
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Executive Vice President – Commercial Interior Design
Location: Marietta, GA
Work Style: Hybrid | Full-Time
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Lead the Future of Commercial Interior Design
This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished executive leader to shape the future of a thriving commercial interiors organization. We are seeking an Executive Vice President of Commercial Interior Design to lead and scale our commercial business, driving growth, profitability, operational excellence, and exceptional client experiences.
Reporting directly to the CEO, the EVP will own the Commercial P&L and provide strategic leadership across sales, interior design, procurement, project management, and client delivery. This role requires a visionary business leader who understands how to align people, processes, and performance to achieve sustainable growth while delivering outstanding design-driven solutions.
The ideal candidate is a proven executive with deep experience in commercial interiors, strong financial acumen, and a passion for building high-performing teams and exceptional client relationships.
What You'll Do
Strategic Leadership & Business Performance
- Lead the overall commercial business unit with full accountability for revenue, profitability, operational performance, and client satisfaction.
- Develop and execute growth strategies that expand market presence and drive long-term business success.
- Manage the Commercial P&L, leveraging pricing, fees, discounts, and operational efficiencies to maximize profitability.
- Partner with executive leadership to establish strategic priorities, performance goals, and organizational initiatives.
Team Leadership & Operational Excellence
- Lead and align cross-functional teams across sales, design, procurement, and project management.
- Create a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Develop, refine, and maintain scalable processes and standard operating procedures that ensure consistent execution and exceptional results.
- Mentor and develop future leaders while fostering professional growth throughout the organization.
Client & Project Delivery
- Oversee all aspects of commercial interior design projects from concept through installation and project closeout.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with client expectations and company standards.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, stakeholders, and partners while cultivating long-term relationships.
- Lead problem-solving efforts, providing strategic direction and innovative solutions to complex project challenges.
Procurement & Financial Oversight
- Optimize procurement processes, including bidding, budgeting, vendor negotiations, and quotation review.
- Strengthen vendor and supplier partnerships to improve efficiency, quality, and cost management.
- Monitor project financial performance and ensure alignment with profitability objectives.
- Oversee quality control initiatives, site inspections, and punch-list reviews to ensure successful project completion.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience within commercial interior design, workplace, hospitality, healthcare, multi-family, or related commercial markets.
- Demonstrated success leading large-scale commercial projects and cross-functional teams.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasting, profitability, and P&L performance.
- Proven ability to build, mentor, and lead high-performing teams.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term vision and day-to-day execution.
- Strong organizational and operational leadership capabilities.
- Proficiency with project management platforms and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ideal Background
- Executive, Vice President, Managing Director, Principal, or Senior Leadership experience within commercial interiors, architecture, design-build, workplace, hospitality, healthcare, or related industries.
- Experience scaling teams, improving operational performance, and driving organizational growth.
- Passion for creating exceptional client experiences while delivering strong business results.
Why Marietta, Georgia?
Located just northwest of Atlanta, Marietta offers an exceptional quality of life with access to world-class dining, professional sports, cultural attractions, top-rated schools, and a thriving business community. The area combines the energy and opportunities of a major metropolitan market with the charm, convenience, and lifestyle benefits of an established suburban community. Qualified relocation candidates are encouraged to apply.
To confidentially learn more or apply, contact: Barry Cales - Barry@InteriorTalent.com
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The right leader will catapult a company to the next level. At Interior Talent, we’re proud of our ability to recruit industry leaders with discretion and find the premium talent needed to fill leadership roles. Executive leadership recruiting requires an appreciation for talent — built by an individual through a hard-won combination of skill and time. A company's growth hinges on the contributions and strategic decisions made by key players.
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Meet Your Recruiter
Barry Cales
Recruiter
Barry brings a depth of experience in development and operations across multiple industries to the team. He combines his passion for people and drive for results, with his extensive operations experience and industry connections to bring tremendous value to his candidates and clients. Throughout his career, he has achieved significant success and awards including Partner of the Year, General Manager of the Year, Philanthropic Cafe of the Year, and Sales and Marketing Cafe of the year. He wants to share that passion and success with you. Outside of the office, you will find Barry enjoying the outdoors in life, from beachside to new foodie hotspots with his wife, Jennifer, and kids. You can reach him at Barry@InteriorTalent.com.
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