Interior Design Assistant

Performs design and presentation drafting, plans/designs/furnishes interiors of various building types, and must be familiar with fields, styles, and phases. Responsible for design and presentation drafting on interior design projects, including schematic design tasks and design development. Plans, designs, and furnishes interiors of residential, commercial, or industrial buildings. Formulates designs that are practical, aesthetic, and conducive to the intended.

Provides the design and delivery of a variety of projects. Conducts preliminary site studies. Assesses sites’ potential to meet client specifications and is responsible for project budget management. Works under the direction of the Design Manager and Director of Design. Reports to the Design Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Coordinate with Design Manager and Director of Design a team meeting to discuss project direction
• Create and send Design Clarifications per client direction and Blackberry Farm Standards with the help of Junior Designer and Assistant Designer
• Confirm contractor and send Contractor a Team Org Chart of who is working on the project, and receive the same from the contactor—per each project
• Confirm allowances and schedule with contractor and guide projects to be on time and within budget
• Confirm schedule with contractor with Design Manager
• Manage the Junior Designer and Assistant Designer on creating the Deliverables Presentation, Including Finish Document, Door Hardware, Appliances, Plumbing and Cabinet Document, and Furniture Floor Plan until ready to present to the Design Manager and Director of Design for approval.
• Draw Furniture Floor Plans and manage the Junior Designer and Assistant Designer to draw and update furniture floor plans
• Draw and manage the Junior Designer and Assistant Designer to adjust Interior Elevations
• Create schedules including door hardware and lighting, and manage the Junior Designer and Assistant Designer in creating and updating
• Draw Electrical Plans and manage the Interior Designer and Assistant Designer in changes and updates
• Draft Blocking Plans to be entered into CAD by the Interior Designer and Assistant Designer.
• Interiors Presentations
• Create and Manage adjustments with the Junior Designer and Design Assistant for FF&E Budgets
• Track and balance FF&E budgets
• Attend all MEP walkthroughs and other site walks
• Source finishes, fixtures, furnishings, fabrics, lighting, hardware & accessories and present them to the Design Manager and Director of Design for approval
• Oversee construction and coordinate with general building contractors to implement the plans and specifications for the project
• Ensures regular reviews at key design stages with the Design Manager
• Manages FF&E & sourcing to target budgets and timetables on a daily level
• Assesses and manages prototype stages of bespoke pieces
• Attends regular site visits at key stages
• Coordinate and Manage FF&E install
• Keep all projects up to date in the Monday App.

Must comply with all company policies and procedures.

Regular and consistent attendance is required to perform the essential functions of this position.

Must work well with other Team Members and Managers, and interact with our guests.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

3 years of experience in Hospitality and Residential design

Completed Degree in Interior Design

Knowledge of showrooms and resources as well as industry trends

Experience in being part of a collaborative design environment

Must thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and creative environment

Easily adapts to changing priorities and tasks

Is proactive and asks questions

Professional-level software proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit experience is a plus

Professional-level software proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator

Professional-level software proficiency in Excel and Outlook

Studio Software, experience not required but must be capable of learning

Monday App, knowledge not needed but must be capable of learning

Must have a solid understanding of MS Office, databases, and information systems

Must be capable of learning new computer software programs quickly

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Excellent verbal and communication skills

Must be able to communicate with all Team Members in a professional and courteous manner

Must be able to establish relationships with outside vendors and communicate needs and requests to them accordingly

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Basic Math Skills

REASONING ABILITY

Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to stand for long periods

Must be able to operate a company vehicle or golf cart safely

WORK ENVIRONMENT

General Office

1,400 acres of High Hampton property

High Hampton, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has inspired residents and guests to connect with nature and each other for 96 years. Amenities at this 3,600-foot elevation, 1,400-acre property include a myriad of seasonal events, a scenic mountain golf course being redesigned by Tom Fazio, five tennis courts, 15-miles of hiking trails, a 35-acre private lake for swimming, boating, fishing, and other water-related activities and top-notch high country cuisine. The historic Inn is undergoing an exciting transformation elevating service, comfort, and amenities for a grand re-opening in 2021.

For immediate application and interview, please stop by our Operations Center located at 82 White Owl Lane, Cashiers, NC 28717 between the hours of 9 am and 4 pm, Monday- Friday. Please bring your resume or your employment history.

High Hampton is an Equal Opportunity Employer