Interior Design Project Manager

Ruby+Suede; Savage (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K + Company Matching

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Ruby + Suede, a full-service interior design studio of Highmark Companies in Savage, MN, seeks an experienced Interior Design Project Manager to oversee design documentation, schedules, vendor coordination, and client presentations.

The role supports senior designers, ensures projects stay on budget and schedule, and involves collaboration with the design team, build crew, and subcontractors. Requires design knowledge and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of interior design practices and principles
• Ability to visualize concepts and explain them to others
• Preparation of proposals for interior design work
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Must pass a background check

Responsibilities

• Manage design schedules, kickoffs, timelines, folders, and binders, updating coordinators and PMs
• Develop remodel designs and construction documents (red-lines, renderings, schedules)
• Coordinate vendors and source pricing for selections
• Own the selections process and build client presentations
• Develop furniture concepts and track orders from purchase to delivery
• Capture photo and video content on job sites for social/marketing
• Manage samples and keep the design center organized
• Handle timecards and admin projects with supervisors, designers, PMs, and subcontractors

Skills

Visualization

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Interior Design degree or related program

Tools

Chief Architect

CAD software

Job description

Description

Job description:

Ruby + Suede is a full-service interior design studio of Highmark Companies, located in Savage, MN. We are looking for an experienced Interior Design Project Manager to join our team. Interior Design Project Managers are a vital part of the design process. They work with Senior Interior designers on all projects focusing on design documentation, design process schedule, support of project build team, and all administrative functions needed throughout the design cycle. This position’s main purpose is to provide efficiencies throughout our creative process, keep projects on budget and on schedule.

What Highmark Companies offers to you:

• Competitive Base Salary - $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
• Health Insurance- Company pays 100% of employee premium
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Insurance
• 401K + Company Matching
• Paid Holidays
• Responsible Paid Time Off Policy (flexibility to take time off to balance life outside of work)
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Employee Referral Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Great culture and team dynamic

Responsibilities:

• Manage design schedules and job start-ups, kickoffs, timelines, folders, and binders, while keeping coordinators and PMs updated
• Develop remodel designs and construction documents: red-lines, renderings, room finish and tile schedules, technical drawings, layouts, millwork, lighting, and finishes
• Coordinate vendors and source pricing for selections
• Own the selections process, build client presentations, refine with designer feedback, debrief post-meeting, and prep for ordering
• Develop furniture concepts and layouts, and track orders from purchase through delivery (plus troubleshoot any damage)
• Capture photo and video content on job sites for social and marketing
• Manage samples and keep the design center organized and presentation-ready
• Handle timecards, admin projects, and other tasks as assigned, working closely with supervisors, designers, PMs, and subcontractors

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the practices and principles of interior design : 1 year (Required)
• ability to visualize concepts and explain them to others: 1 year (Preferred)
• Preparation of proposals for interior design work : 1 year (Required)
• Chief Architect?design software : 1 year (Preferred)
• Creative thinking in developing, designing and creating new applications and ideas
• Knowledge of the practices and principles of interior design
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Knowledge of CAD or other Computer –aided design software
• The ability to visualize concepts and explain them to others.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Must possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written, and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of the preparation of proposals and specifications for interior design work
• Have an associate degree or certificate in a 2-3 year program, or a bachelor’s degree in Interior Design / Fine Arts. Or enrolled in an Interior design program and looking for an apprenticeship.
• Exemplify the 5 core values of Highmark: Trustworthy, Humble, Intentional, Driven & Wise
• Valid driver’s license
• Must pass a background check