July 10, 2026

Design, Decorating & Installation Assistant

Franklin and Company Middletown, Rhode Island $25–$30 an hour

Company Overview

We are a premier Residential Architectural Design, Decorating, and Property Management company based in Middletown, RI. Our team manages and oversees multiple high-end residential design and construction projects simultaneously—guiding them from initial planning through construction, custom furnishing, final installation, and continual property management.

Overview

We are seeking an organized, hands-on, and multi-tasking individual to join our design, decorating, and installation team.

Responsibilities

Support Projects End-to-End: Assist with multiple high-end projects at a time, moving seamlessly from the planning and construction phases to final furnishing and physical installations.Coordinate Deliveries & Installation: Act as the hands-on lead for incoming furniture and decor. Inspect pieces upon delivery, manage safely moving items into residences, and assist with the physical setup, assembly, and precise placement of furnishings.Source & Develop Concepts: Actively participate in concept development by sourcing fabrics, furniture, and carpets with vendors. Create polished tear sheets in preparation for client meetings.Manage Orders: Research furniture pieces, gather quotes, place orders, and track them diligently from fabrication through to delivery.Create Clear Work Orders: See design concepts through to final products by developing concise work orders and rigorously following up to ensure vendor deadlines are met.Collaborate & Review: Participate in all-team design meetings to review and discuss floor plans and layout specifications.Site Quality Assurance: Attend on-location contractor projects as needed for quality assurance, taking detailed site photos and reporting any issues directly to the team.Logistics & Scheduling: Serve as the point person for coordinating schedules regarding pickups, deliveries, installations, and property management, updating the daily schedule dynamically.Applicant Requirements

Team First: A true team player with a positive attitude, willing to jump into a wide variety of tasks in a fast-paced, small-office environment.Hands-On & Capable: Comfortable with the physical aspects of the role, including unboxing, assembling, and moving luxury furnishings during installation days.Tech & Phone Savvy: Familiar with MS Word, Outlook, and Excel. Comfortable and professional when speaking on the phone with clients, vendors, and contractors.Highly Organized: Exceptional organizational skills with a proven ability to maintain detailed lists, manage timelines, and follow through on multi-step tasks.Reliable Transportation: Must have a reliable personal vehicle to travel frequently to local job sites, vendor showrooms, and client homes.Prior experience or coursework in interior design, drafting, or related fields is preferred but not mandatory.Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and clients.Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

Will you submit to a background check?Do you have a valid driver's license?Ability to Commute:

Middletown, RI 02842 (Required)Work Location: In person

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