Job Description

Well-established, boutique luxury residential interior design firm seeks a Project Manager with a minimum of 6 years of high-end experience. The ideal candidate is energetic, proactive, detail oriented, client-savvy and able to work independently, as they will oversee large residential projects, for a discerning clientele, from concept through installation.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF SENIOR DESIGNER / PROJECT MANAGER:

• Extensive experience managing design projects from start to finish, including design conceptualization and development, space planning, client and vendor relationships
• Develop presentations, schemes and budgets for new projects with Senior Designer/Principal, specifying FF&E, purchasing, construction documents and construction management, etc.
• Negotiate fees and set schedules for projects
• Create quotes and execute purchase orders
• Communicate extensively with vendors and clients
• Manage contractors, coordinate and oversee installations
  Manage and oversee several projects concurrently
• Source fabrics, furniture, lighting, fixtures, tile, plumbing fittings and fixtures, and accessories
• Manage and oversee junior designers, expediters, drafters/architects and interns

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS OF SENIOR DESIGNER / PROJECT MANAGER:

• Four-year degree from an accredited interior design program.
• 6+ years of related experience in designing high-end residential projects
• Significant experience in all aspects of the FF&E process from design, sourcing, purchasing, tracking and installation
• High proficiency in AutoCAD a must
• Proficiency in Sketchup, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of Studio IT software for creating proposals and tracking furniture items a plus
• Ability to sketch and visualize initial design concepts – hand rendering skills a plus
• Excellent presentation skills
• Creative and flexible in design approach
• Excellent eye for both presentation design and sourcing
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle several tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Some travel required

To apply for this position, please submit:

your resume, and three professional references, as outlined below.

All experience, references and statements related to your application or candidacy are presumed to be truthful and accurate and are subject to validation. Providing false or misleading information, or omitting relevant information, may be grounds for the withdrawal of any application or candidacy. References from former peers and colleagues, rather than the employer itself, may be deemed insufficient and additional information may be required. Design Management Company has sole and exclusive discretion to determine whether the information provided by a candidate is sufficient.

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Design Management Company has over 25 years of networking, resources and experience in the interior design, architecture, construction and home furnishings industry, so we understand businesses and hiring needs. We specialize in helping interior design and architecture firms, showrooms and manufacturers find the best people to work for them. We have a proven track record of recruiting and placing top professionals within the Architecture & Design Industry. Nothing makes us happier than creating the perfect fit.

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