What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interior Design Assistant position at GreenTech Homes?
GreenTech Homes | Chattanooga, TN
At GreenTech Homes, we’re more than a homebuilder — we’re a community builder. We create thoughtfully designed homes and vibrant neighborhoods that bring people together, encourage connection, and celebrate the unique charm of Chattanooga.
We're looking for a detail-oriented, creative, and highly organized Interior Design Assistant to join our award-winning Design Team!
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who loves interior design, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and enjoys seeing projects come to life from concept to completion. You'll work closely with our Interior Designers, support homeowner design experiences, and play an important role in creating beautiful, functional homes throughout Chattanooga's most desirable communities.
As an Interior Design Assistant, you'll help keep our design projects organized, accurate, and moving forward. Your responsibilities will include:
- Design Meeting Support: Assist Interior Designers before, during, and after homeowner design meetings, including preparing materials, documenting selections, and tracking important details.
- Selections & Documentation: Accurately enter, review, and verify design selections while maintaining organized project documentation and completing selection checklists.
- Presentations & Design Materials: Create, update, and format design presentations, spreadsheets, templates, and other materials for homeowner meetings and internal use.
- Project Coordination: Help manage multiple projects simultaneously, track deadlines, and communicate updates to ensure a smooth design process.
- Client Communication: Correspond professionally with homeowners, providing clear and timely communication throughout the design experience.
- Spec Home Design: Assist with designing and selecting finishes for speculative homes while following established design guidelines, budgets, and community standards.
- Team Collaboration: Work alongside Interior Designers and other departments to ensure design selections are accurately communicated and executed.
We're looking for someone who combines creativity with strong attention to detail and takes pride in staying organized, solving problems, and supporting a team.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or a related design discipline.
- 1 years of experience in interior design, residential construction, or a related field preferred.
- Proficiency in Revit, Adobe Acrobat, Google Slides, and Google Sheets.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and personable approach to client interactions.
- Comfortable learning new software, adapting to evolving processes, and finding ways to work more efficiently.
- A proactive, self-motivated mindset with a willingness to take initiative and contribute wherever needed.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Experience working with a residential homebuilder or in new construction.
- Familiarity with interior finish selections, construction materials, and residential design processes.
- Experience coordinating design selections, working within budgets, or supporting homeowner design meetings.
We believe great homes start with great people. At GreenTech, you'll be part of a collaborative, creative team where your ideas matter, your contributions make an impact, and you'll have opportunities to grow your skills and experience.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Paid time off and holidays
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company contribution equal to 3% of your salary, regardless of whether you contribute
- Primarily in-office position with flexibility for remote work
- A supportive, close-knit team that values collaboration, creativity, and professional growth
- The opportunity to contribute to thoughtfully designed homes and communities throughout Chattanooga
This position is based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Candidates must currently reside in the area or be willing to relocate.
The role requires up to 15% local travel, including visits to our communities and active construction sites. Candidates should be comfortable navigating construction environments, including uneven terrain, stairs, planks, or ladders, and occasional exposure to inclement weather.
If you're passionate about interior design, love the details, and are excited to be part of a team bringing beautiful homes to life, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and help us continue creating homes and communities that make Chattanooga an incredible place to live.