Assistant Interior Designer-High End Residential

The Wiseman Group Interior Design, Inc. Job Posting: Assistant Designer We are hiring for a full time Assistant Designer to support one or more teams with project scope and client service. The Assistant Designer works on all facets of multiple projects from proposals creation, status update, meeting set-up, fabric selections, shipping and vendor follow-ups, CAD drawings, and order expediting. We are looking for a detailed oriented, pro-active person. The selection and placement decision for this position depends on the candidate’s years of experience, ability to work independently, and track record of working well with coworkers, vendors, and clients. Responsibilities • Manage multiple projects simultaneously with an eye for detail • Perform product resourcing and assist with shopping • Prepare for design time meetings, client meetings, and ongoing internal design activities • Gather quotes, check lead times, reserve fabrics • Request and expedite samples • Prepare proposals using Design Manager and process vendor invoices • Interface with vendors via phone calls and shop visits to coordinate production and expedite orders • Review project plans and understand project scope, completion schedules and other related documents • Assist in tracking project activities by maintaining and updating project files, schedules and other Excel documents, purchase orders and all other project materials in an organized, accurate and accessible manner • Create and update furniture plans • Work with team and vendors to coordinate deliveries, storage and orchestrate installations • Take personal responsibility for resolving project problems in a timely and effective manner when appropriate Criteria for Selection • Relevant education, preferably a degree in design or related studies • Relevant interest and experience, preferably 1 – 4 years prior work at a design firm • Acceptable schedule and availability: full time • Ability to read architectural and furniture plans • Experience with AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, SketchUp; hand drafting skills preferred • Competency in Word, Excel, Outlook • Ability to understand project scope and to prioritize multiple projects tasks accordingly • Ability to drive and use of personal car preferred • Knowledge of showrooms and design resources • Excellent communication skills