Interior Designer / Project Designer

Kennebunk, Maine | Full-Time | In-Person

Hurlbutt Designs is seeking an experienced Interior Designer / Project Designer to join one of coastal Maine's premier high-end residential design studios.

Located in Kennebunk, Maine, our firm is known for its refined aesthetic, sophisticated residential projects, and enduring client relationships. This role is ideal for a designer who combines strong creative instincts with excellent organization, project management, and client communication skills.

The designer will work within a talented, close-knit team while taking ownership of assigned projects and responsibilities. This is an opportunity to contribute to distinctive homes throughout coastal New England in a collaborative, supportive studio environment while enjoying the lifestyle that coastal Maine has to offer.

What You'll Do

• Work on residential design projects from concept through installation

• Develop furniture layouts, specifications, sourcing, finish selections, and client presentations

• Manage project details, timelines, approvals, and vendor coordination

• Communicate regularly with clients, vendors, contractors, and internal team members

• Participate in client meetings and site visits

• Track selections, pricing, orders, and outstanding project decisions

• Help resolve project issues proactively and professionally

• Collaborate with senior designers, design assistants, interns, and the installation team

• Take ownership of assigned projects and project responsibilities

What We're Looking For

• 4+ years of professional interior design experience

• Strong organizational and project management skills

• Good design judgment and close attention to detail

• Confidence communicating with clients and presenting design recommendations

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Comfortable collaborating within an established creative direction

• Calm, accountable, and solutions-oriented

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented studio environment

• Availability to meet with clients at our Studio on weekends as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high-end residential design

• Familiarity with Design Manager, MyDoma, Studio Designer, or similar software

• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, or comparable design tools

• Experience coordinating with vendors, workrooms, contractors, and installers

• Knowledge of custom furniture, fabrics, window treatments, lighting, and finishes

Compensation and Benefits

• $30-$36 per hour, depending on experience

• Full-time position

• Benefits

• Paid time off

• In-person work in our Kennebunk studio

• Travel to project sites as needed