Job Description

General Overview \nThe setup and construction Design Assistant is a position that works collaboratively with Heirlooms Construction and SetUp Design departments. Their primary function is to assist the Design Director and Associates in the design process and outcome. The role will specifically focus on drafting plans and elevations and sourcing finishes, furniture and fixtures for upcoming projects. Assistance with replacements for past projects: locating finishes and sourcing replacement selections, sourcing alternate construction material, fixture & finish spec selections, and procurement will be a large part of this role. . This role offers the ability to grow into a more integral team role based on performance. The role will also include updating the construction selections standards library. Design projects include, but are not limited to: single family homes, boutique hotels, Inns, B&B. Project location can vary depending on the development pipeline. \nEssential Functions\nConstructions Design Replacements: Locate requested finishes in the database and supply for touchups, small construction renovations, etc. \nSetup Design Replacements: review ticket, Guesty and marketing photos, and dimensions provided to provide designers with three alternate options to replace damaged selections. \nProvide 3 construction selections in various price points\nSource alternate furniture and lighting selections when original selections are out of stock \nWork with Procurement team to manage the process of placing, tracking, receiving orders, and managing returns\nProduce construction schedules based on selections entered into Google sheets and enter into Gather\nEnter new standard selections into Construction Standards database in Gather\nEnter finalized Setup selections from Google Sheets into Gather and assist in creating POs\nAssist in the project organization including budget updates, project updates/communications, maintaining project specs.\nTravel to job sites to assist with installs, staging, photoshoots and assessments of properties in need of a refresh. \nRequirements\nA successful Design Assistant is a creative and process-minded team member with a meticulous attention to detail. The ideal candidate has an ownership mentality, is committed to excellence, and able to think intuitively. \nFluent English required\nMust be literate in Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Applications - learning new tech should feel intuitive. \nProficiency in AutoCAD is required\nExceptional aesthetic taste\n3+ years of interior design work experience: design concept creation, sourcing, procurement, purchasing.\nHighly organized and demonstrate exemplary planning, multi-tasking, and time-management skills\nAbility to function in a fast-paced and demanding work environment\nProactive approach to problem solving (critical thinker)\nPortfolio available to review \nExperience with developing drawings for custom furniture development a plus \nBenefits:\n100% Remote work\nBiweekly pay in USD\nPaid time off\nOpportunity to work with a U.S.-based luxury brand.\nTravel and gain valuable exposure to the U.S. market\nIndefinite-term U.S. contractor agreement",