PRID is seeking a highly motivated and detailed oriented fulltime position for Jr Designer / Design Assistant. In this role, you will work closely with our senior designer and company president to assist with all aspects of the interior architectural design process, from concept development to project completion. Ideal candidates should possess at least 5 years of working in highend design related field. You will be responsible for conducting research, participation with design plans, and communicating with clients and contractors to ensure that all projects are completed to the highest standards.
The Design Assistant provides support to the company Principal and lead designer.
Position Requirements
· Architectural drawings Management - Printed hard copies current sets of drawings to be well organized and readily available.
· Pitch in to help when necessary for deadlines.
· Attend all client meeting in locally and out of state to assist Principal and Senior designer.
· Take notes at all meetings - create minutes & disperse to team.
· Liaise with and oversee on site work of vendors, contractors, including but not limited to window treatments, painting, and electrical work.
· Assist design team with all design related activities such as preparing for presentations and product research.
· Assist in the management of project timelines and suggest updates and/or changes to stay on schedule.
· Collaborate with the design team and [Senior] Installation Managers to assist with the installation of projects.
· Create agendas for all meetings.
· Help maintain a neat and organized office.
· Make and schedule all travel itineraries and arrangements.
· Personal errands for president and senior designer.
· Schedule for Senior designer / Principal
· Create construction binders for team members.
· Drop Box:
· Organize all digital files. Photos, all project notes, and all material selections for project.
· Maintain material and sample library, files, and overall office organization.
Skills and Experience
· Bachelor’s degree in interior design. Design or architecture experience, including high end residential or commercial, preferred.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office, Pages. Experienced with Adobe Creative suite, Photoshop / Illustrator and Sketch up is a bonus!
· Represent the company professionally to clients and vendors.
· Design and Administrative skills - are a must.
Attributes
· Strong communicator– you take initiative in keeping the people you work with in the loop. You find it easy to provide conjectures and insight to situations and conversations.
· Problem solver - you're a natural in creating solutions that make it easier for you to navigate existing conditions and solve new problems as they arise.
· Curious thinker - you’re keenly aware of your surroundings, enjoy learning new skills and are not afraid to ask why and how things work the way they do.
· Reports directly to company president and senior designer
· The office is MAC based office. Must be proficient in all thing’s apple.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Choose your own hours
Experience:
- Adobe Creative Suite: 3 years (Required)
- Adobe Illustrator: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33403 (Required)
Work Location: In person