What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interior Design Assistant Job at Hospitality Purveyors, Inc. in Miami position at Hospitality Purveyors, Inc.?
Job Description
Job Description
Performance Objectives & Targets :
The position involves assisting Interior Designers as required. The primary focus of the Assistant is to work closely with Interior Designers to research, select, and order a wide variety of furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) as well as construction materials. The Assistant is responsible for contacting vendors and obtaining quotes and product samples. Administrative tasks include scheduling meetings, corresponding with the client and on-site project managers, filing, maintenance of the product libraries, and general office procedures.
Major Duties :
- Work on multiple projects simultaneously, including assisting the Interior Designers as directed
- Produce Design Requisitions as directed by the Interior Designers
- Adhere to schedules and ensure deadlines are met
- Assist the Interior Designers with compiling budgets
- Obtaining quotes and material samples from vendors
- Liaise with HPI's Purchasing department and review project material trackers
- Occasionally, Assistants may be asked to travel to job sites to assist in project installations and property inspection reports
Job Requirements & Competencies :
Qualifications : Associate Degree in Interior Design ( preferred ), or a degree in Business Administration or Management Studies
Skills : The Assistant must have good organizational skills, be self-motivated, have energy for a fast-paced office, and have the ability to adapt to a changing environment
Managerial : None. However, Assistants must show an eagerness to learn and ask questions of more senior team members
Knowledge : General knowledge of the interior design process, including specifications, drawings and budgets
Experience : Two (2) years purchasing / interior design
Systems : Excel, Word
Travel : Passport required to travel to the Caribbean
Company Description
Hospitality Purveyors Inc (HPI) is the exclusive design and procurement arm for all Sandals and Beaches Resorts International properties which are wholly-owned and managed resorts.
Company Description
Hospitality Purveyors Inc (HPI) is the exclusive design and procurement arm for all Sandals and Beaches Resorts International properties which are wholly-owned and managed resorts.
