Interior Designer/ Project Manager

Business of Home; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

J Cohler Mason Design in NYC seeks a creative, organized Interior Designer with 2–4 years of experience and strong project management skills to lead residential projects from concept through installation. You will source and select decorative and architectural elements, manage budgets and schedules, and maintain clear communication with clients, vendors, and contractors.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office is preferred; a four-year design degree and US work

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in residential interior design.
• Hands-on project management responsibility.
• Solid grounding in residential interior design.
• Legal US citizen.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute client presentations throughout all phases of design.
• Source and select decorative items, design concept, space planning, architectural elements, color and fabric schemes, custom window treatments, and custom furniture.
• Source and select construction items, stone/tile, plumbing fixtures, lighting, hardware, etc.
• Communicate and collaborate with clients, vendors, general contractors, and subcontractors.
• Prepare hardware, plumbing, paint, lighting, and other required schedules.
• Manage drafting for manufacturing and installation of furniture, window treatments, lighting, and accessories.
• Manage and prepare decorative/project budgets.
• Manage client proposals, purchasing of decorative items, and deliveries, including shipping from sourcing through final installation.
• Handle day-to-day project upkeep: budgets, binders, invoices, proposals, billing, ordering, and tracking.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of each project.
• Maintain constant communication with the team to ensure that the design is developed according to the creative vision of the principal and the studio.

Skills

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management

Education

Bachelors in Interior Design (4-year program)

Job description

J Cohler Mason Design, a high-end residential interior design firm in NYC, is seeking a creative, organized, and motivated Interior Designer with 2–4 years of experience and strong project management skills. Candidates must have a solid grounding in residential interior design.

Job Requirements

• Manage and execute client presentations throughout all phases of design
• Source and select decorative items, design concept, space planning, architectural elements, color and fabric schemes, custom window treatments, and custom furniture
• Source and select construction items, stone/tile, plumbing fixtures, lighting, hardware, etc.
• Communicate and collaborate with clients, vendors, general contractors, and subcontractors
• Prepare hardware, plumbing, paint, lighting, and other required schedules
• Manage drafting for manufacturing and installation of furniture, window treatments, lighting, and accessories
• Manage and prepare decorative/project budgets
• Manage client proposals, purchasing of decorative items, and deliveries, including shipping from sourcing through final installation
• Handle day-to-day project upkeep: budgets, binders, invoices, proposals, billing, ordering, and tracking
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of each project
• Maintain constant communication with the team to ensure that the design is developed according to the creative vision of the principal and the studio

Ideal Candidate

• 2–4 years of experience as an Interior Designer at a high-end residential firm, with hands-on project management responsibility
• Able to manage multiple high-end residential projects from concept through installation
• Working knowledge of construction documents
• Able to complete projects on budget and on deadline
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment; works well independently and on a team
• Highly detail-oriented and organized, with strong time management, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Degree in Interior Design from a four-year accredited program
• Legal US citizen
• Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience

About our Company

J Cohler Mason Design is a full service interior design firm creating interior spaces that are contemporary, yet classic and timeless, resulting in the perfect mix for warm and inviting interior spaces. Never formulaic, the JCM design team collaborates with each client to create a space that is a reflection of, and tailored to each of their clients individual needs and lifestyle.