What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Assistant position at Cooper Steel?
DESIGN ASSISTANT
Cooper Steel doesn’t just build strong. We show up with grit, push boundaries, exceed expectations, and get the job done. We’re seeking a Design Assistant who embodies this same determination to deliver outstanding design and branding-related projects that enhance Cooper Steel locations.
Founded in 1960, Cooper Steel is a national leader in steel, helping to set and exceed the standard for fabrication, erection, project management, detailing, and estimating. Family owned and operated from day one, our mission, vision, and values continue to guide our principles as a business that treats its team and customers as if they are family, too.
If you’re ready to build with us, we’re looking for someone with:
- Bachelor’s degree in interior design, marketing, or a related field preferred
- 1-3 years of interior design or design experience
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills
- High attention to detail and sound judgment
- Outstanding copywriting and proofreading skills, with highly developed organizational skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other computer applications
You’ll love this role if you’re excited to:
- Communicate and coordinate with external vendors and internal teams regarding timelines, deliverables, expectations, and all other needs related to design projects and installations
- Conduct on-site measurements at all locations to support design planning and installation accuracy
- Serve as the on-site point of contact for vendor installations
- Order and manage in-house decor and design materials
- Act as a liaison between design, marketing, and internal departments for all locations
- Research and identify new vendors, products, and design solutions as well as inspiration for new projects and design spaces
- Collect, compare, and analyze vendor quotes and develop full project cost comparisons of these quotes to support decision making
- Review materials, artwork, and mockups to ensure alignment with project goals and brand standards
- Create and prepare design files required for production and installation
- Maintain administrative tracking for all past and current design projects
- Support continuous improvement of design processes and documentation systems
- Work closely with leadership to assist with additional projects as needed
Here’s why you’ll want to work with us:
- Competitive salary
- 401(k) with a 6% match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, with company-provided optional wellness discount for medical benefits
- 10 company-paid holidays
- Cellphone and wellness reimbursements
- Company-paid and voluntary life insurance
- Company-paid long-term disability and voluntary short-term disability insurance
- An unbeatable company culture and work environment that values employees, excellence, integrity, and community
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth and impact
Our team is tough as nails and relentless in the pursuit of excellence. A force to be reckoned with, Cooper Steel employees are fueled by challenge and unwavering in their support for each other and our community.
Are you the one we’re looking for? Apply today to find out!
Cooper Steel is an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other factors. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.