Interior Design Assistant Job at Hospitality Purveyors, Inc. in Miami

Performance Objectives & Targets:

The position involves assisting Interior Designers as required. The primary focus of the Assistant is to work closely with Interior Designers to research, select, and order a wide variety of furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) as well as construction materials. The Assistant is responsible for contacting vendors and obtaining quotes and product samples. Administrative tasks include scheduling meetings, corresponding with the client and on-site project managers, filing, maintenance of the product libraries, and general office procedures.

Major Duties:

• Work on multiple projects simultaneously, including assisting the Interior Designers as directed
• Produce Design Requisitions as directed by the Interior Designers
• Adhere to schedules and ensure deadlines are met
• Assist the Interior Designers with compiling budgets
• Obtaining quotes and material samples from vendors
• Liaise with HPI's Purchasing department and review project material trackers
• Occasionally, Assistants may be asked to travel to job sites to assist in project installations and property inspection reports

Job Requirements & Competencies:

Qualifications: Associate Degree in Interior Design (preferred), or a degree in Business Administration or Management Studies

Skills: The Assistant must have good organizational skills, be self-motivated, have energy for a fast-paced office, and have the ability to adapt to a changing environment

Managerial: None. However, Assistants must show an eagerness to learn and ask questions of more senior team members

Knowledge: General knowledge of the interior design process, including specifications, drawings and budgets

Experience: Two (2) years purchasing/interior design

Systems: Excel, Word

Travel: Passport required to travel to the Caribbean