Interior Design Assistant

POSITION OVERVIEW

·       We are a small, boutique design–build firm seeking a highly organized and design-minded Interior Design Assistant to work directly under the Design Director and support our team. This role is primarily office-based with occasional site visits and local errands around town. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-focused, and excited to be hands-on in a close-knit, creative environment.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Build slide decks for design team – design conception, layout ideas, cabinet plans, selections, furnishings

·       Assist with ordering, receiving, inspection, inventory, and organization of project fixtures and finishings

·       Compile spec sheets and file selections documentation for design and construction teams

·       Process change orders, invoices, bills, and design changes in project management system

·       Maintain and organize sample library

·       Run local errands for pickups, returns, and site visits as needed

·       Attend select site meetings to take measurements, notes, and progress photos

·       Lend support during install days or walkthroughs, as needed

·       Light administrative support

·       Take jobsite measurements and notes at drafting meetings

·       Create elevations and layout documents for electrical, plumbing, special features, etc to be used in design and construction phases

·       Create 2D and 3D imaging to help demonstrate custom design elements to clients/construction team

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

·       Experience working with an interior design team

·       Proficient with slide presentations and spreadsheets

·       SketchUp (or comparable rendering program) experience is ideal

·       Understanding and knowledge of basic design and construction terminology

·       Strong eye for design, color, materials, spatial layout

·       Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation

·       Clear and detailed communication skills in-person, as well as by phone, email, and documentation

·       Excellent time management skills

·       Ability to accomplish multiple unrelated projects by prioritizing based off of instructions from design team

·       Any work from home to be performed on personal computer. In-office computer will be provided.

·       Must like four-legged friends! We are a dog-friendly office!

WORK SCHEDULE/BENEFITS

·       This position will be paid hourly, ranging from 30-40 hours per week

·       Scheduled meetings and errands that requiring team member to be in the office or on jobsites across the Greater Charleston area.

·       Typical office hours for PRD: M-F 8:30 am – 5 pm

·       PRD Office located at owners’ property on Johns Island

·       Gas mileage reimbursement for site visits.

·       Paid PRD Holidays 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

·       Please submit your cover letter and resume, along with any pertinent portfolio work you’d like to share to katelyn@polishedrenovations.com.