Interior Design Assistant

Carpenter & MacNeille Architects and Builders, Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus structure

PTO

Health and retirement benefit options

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Carpenter & MacNeille Architects and Builders, Inc. in Essex, MA is seeking a full-time Interior Design Assistant. This role involves supporting interior designers on multiple high-profile projects while ensuring attention to detail in documentation and processes.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, experience in design, and proficiency in CAD and rendering. Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for continuing education are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience at an architecture or interior design firm preferred.
• Professional demeanor with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized and self-motivated individual.

Responsibilities

• Provide CAD drafting support and assist designers in preparing client presentations.
• Assist design staff with research, project schedules, and organizing.
• Help maintain samples library and execute procurement processes.

Skills

CAD drafting

3D Rendering

Attention to detail

Team-oriented professionalism

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

Degree (BA or MA) in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Interior Design or related field

Tools

ArchiCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe

Job description

Interior Design Assistant – Essex, MA

This is a full‑time position with an award‑winning, integrated architectural design and construction firm. Daily routines will include supporting both interior designers on multiple, concurrent, high‑profile projects. Our firm deeply cares for creating a sense of home that is indicative of the client’s lifestyle and the Carpenter and MacNeille attention to detailed excellence.

Success in this role is defined as a clear understanding of the needs of the design staff, evidenced by the production of clear, organized and comprehensive documents. The role will offer the ability to work on some exceptional projects with a truly talented team of in‑house builders, architects, interior designers, cabinetmakers and more.

Responsibilities

• Provide CAD drafting support and assist designers in preparing client presentations.
• Assist all design staff with product research, updating and maintaining project schedules, and job binder organization.
• Assist interior designers with research, specification of interior finish elements and furnishings (FF&E), including meeting with product reps, visiting showrooms, requesting samples, etc.
• Assist in interiors and construction procurement processes and execution including proposals, purchase orders, and vendor invoices.
• Administrative support including filing, drawing organization, and project archiving.
• Assist in maintaining samples library.

Qualifications

• Degree (BA or MA) in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Interior Design or related field (we would consider candidates actively pursuing a degree provided they commit to a full‑time work schedule).
• 2+ years of experience (preferred) at an architecture or interior design firm, or related position.
• Attention to detail, flexibility and team‑oriented professionalism are absolutely essential to success in this role.
• Proficient in CAD and 3D Rendering (ArchiCAD a plus), with the ability and willingness to quickly learn new programs.
• Professional, team‑oriented demeanor with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized and self‑motivated.
• Tech savvy – PC and mobile platforms, plus Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe (a plus).
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Passion for design, construction and the care of finely crafted homes.

C&M offers a competitive salary and bonus structure, PTO, health and retirement benefit options, and continuing education opportunities.