Position: Interior Designer

Location: Cambridge, MA

Job Type: PT ( Ideally 5 hours/day, M-F) with potential to grow to FT

Wage: Base $35/hr plus, commensurate with experience

Location: Flexible, can be On-premises / Hybrid / Remote BUT MUST live locally for site visits

Company Overview

A Cambridge-based firm renowned for its high-end residential architectural and interior design services and a commitment to excellence and innovation. We seek a Residential Interior Designer who is passionate about design and adept at turning ideas into reality. This position is an excellent opportunity for both experienced designers as well as recent graduates in Architecture or Interior Design, offering a chance to be part of a team that sets the standard in residential design.

Job Summary

We're looking for team players who are self-motivated and ready to develop their skills through experience with our firm. We're seeking an experienced Interior Designer who is passionate about residential design, has strong organizational and presentation skills, and eager to work in a creative environment, we'd love to meet you. While we seek candidates with certain skills, we don't want to overlook a great fit who may be growing in their career.

Responsibilities:

- Collaborate closely with the owner/lead project manager, clients, architects, and building designers from the design stage to project completion.

- Serve as a key point of contact for clients and vendors managing approximately 6-8 ongoing projects simultaneously.

- Conduct site visits, and create proposals to meet client needs and expectations.

- Produce furniture layout for architectural plans.

- Coordinate and supervise project implementation from procurement to installation, ensuring quality and compliance.

- Utilize Quickbooks online for estimates and POs.

- Manage day-to-day production on specific projects to meet deadlines, coordinating with management, clients, consultants, and contractors. (Or be able to learn and develop this skill set)

- Handle design-related categories such as selecting and specifying furniture, fabrics, flooring, carpet, and paint, and developing lighting plans and fixture selections.

- Develop and visualize design concepts including kitchen design and specifications that reflect the client's vision, style, brand, and functional requirements.

- Research products and maintain positive relationships with vendors; contract out services to other vendors as needed.

- Maintain and develop resources for our in-house design library.

- Oversee project completion and evaluation, ensuring client satisfaction and identifying lessons learned and best practices for future projects.

Requirements:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field from an accredited university with 1-2 years experience is a plus.

- OR work experience of 3-5 years in residential design.

- AutoCAD skills a plus

- Exceptional presentation, written, and verbal communication skills.

- Ability to independently manage projects and work schedules.

- Strong organizational skills, capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines.

- detail-oriented, and self-sufficient.

- High level of competency in budgeting, scheduling, and project management.

- Experience in finishes, fabrics, furnishings selection

- Experience with QuickBooks online for estimates and P.O.s.

- Ability to cultivate and maintain lasting client relationships.

- Valid driver's license with reliable transportation preferred for job site visits.

Application Process:

Please send your resume, cover letter, and examples of prior work showcasing your design proficiency and project management skills to ehsieh141@gmail.com. Include examples of previous residential interior design projects to showcase your experience and skill set.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Join our team and contribute to creating inspiring and functional spaces that exceed client expectations. We value creativity, passion, and a commitment to excellence in design. If you're ready to contribute to our dynamic team and work environment, reach out!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 30 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• residential interior design: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Cambridge, MA 02138 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cambridge, MA 02138: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cambridge, MA 02138