Interior Design Project Manager

Key Responsibilities

Design Selections

• Develop cohesive interior finish palettes aligned with project scope, budget, and schedule
• Source and specify all interior selections (cabinetry, countertops, tile, plumbing, lighting, hardware, flooring, appliances, paint, etc.)
• Present selections to clients and guide decision-making with clarity and confidence

Procurement & Purchasing

• Place and manage orders for all design-related materials and products
• Facilitate invoicing of clients for all selections
• Track lead times, deliveries, backorders, and changes
• Coordinate with vendors, showrooms, and trade partners
• Manage returns, exchanges, damages, and warranty issues
• Maintain accurate selection logs and procurement documentation

Project Coordination

• Collaborate closely with estimators, project managers, and lead carpenters
• Support pricing, value engineering, and constructability reviews
• Communicate selection-related impacts to schedule and budget
• Participate in site visits to confirm requirements and resolve design questions
• Create SOPs and systems in collaboration with Office Manager

Client Experience

• Serve as the primary design contact during the selections phase
• Keep clients informed of timelines, approvals, and next steps
• Balance client preferences with construction realities
• Create and manage client’s End-of-Project Manual 

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional interior design experience (residential renovation or design/build a plus)
• Degree in Interior Design or related field a plus
• Strong knowledge of residential materials, finishes, and fixtures
• Proven experience with purchasing, procurement, and vendor coordination
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with Google Workspace required
• Experience with Buildertrend and similar platforms a plus

What We’re Looking For

• A designer who takes ownership from selection through installation
• Strong collaborative partner in a design/build environment
• Process-oriented, proactive, and solutions-focused
• Comfortable working closely with construction teams
• Calm and decisive in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer

• Collaborative, design-forward team environment
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Opportunity to grow with a well-established design/build firm
• We offer a competitive wage and benefits package including PTO, two weeks paid vacation, 8 paid holidays, 401k matching and health insurance reimbursement
• This is a 30-40 hour per week position, ultimately 40 hours per week as project schedule expands

Please send a resume and sample portfolio to contact@studiobuildboston.com