Associate Interior Designer – Residential Focus and Benefits

Hoedemaker Pfeiffer; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (24 days)

Annual bonuses

401(k) Safe Harbor

Health, dental & vision

Job summary

Hoedemaker Pfeiffer in Seattle seeks an Associate Interior Designer to contribute to bespoke residential environments. You will collaborate with the Project Manager and Principal through all phases, from concept to installation, creating mood boards, drawings, and fixture selections.

Strong candidates will have 1–2 years in residential interiors, a relevant degree, and mastery of AutoCAD, Studio Designer, and Adobe suite. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in residential interiors
• Associate or bachelor's degree in interior design or related field
• Knowledge of space planning and reviewing construction documentation
• Proficiency in AutoCAD to produce plans and elevations
• Proficiency in Studio Designer, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple project tasks
• Flexibility and anticipation of project needs and direction
• Thrives in a collaborative environment

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the Project Manager and Principal throughout all project phases, from concept development to final installation
• Create dynamic presentations, mood boards, detailed drawings, and fixture selections, to effectively communicate design ideas
• Manage vendor communications and order project samples
• Generate appropriate furniture layouts and floor plans for design vision
• Develop design documentation including casework sketches, elevations and sections
• Provide detailed schedules for paint, flooring, tiling, hardware, plumbing and lighting selections
• Provide expertise on FF&E vendors, resources, and selections to support the team and clients
• Analyze design objectives to select FF&E that aligns with aesthetic, budget and scale
• Ensure design specifications meet budget requirements
• Review vendor quotes, assist with revisions, and prepare precise client proposals using Studio Designer
• Work with Purchasing Manager to manage client orders, invoicing and installation coordination

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

Interior design degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Studio Designer

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

ArchiCAD

SketchUp

Enscape

Photoshop

Job description

Hoedemaker Pfeiffer in Seattle seeks an Associate Interior Designer to contribute to bespoke residential environments. You will collaborate with the Project Manager and Principal through all phases, from concept to installation, creating mood boards, drawings, and fixture selections.

Strong candidates will have 1–2 years in residential interiors, a relevant degree, and mastery of AutoCAD, Studio Designer, and Adobe suite. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.