Design Associate - Interior Architecture & Construction

Seeking a meticulous Design Associate to drive high-end interior projects from schematic design through construction administration while fronting showroom client engagements.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary showroom host for walk-in clients at the East Coast showroom, seamlessly bridging front-of-house sales with technical expertise.
• Consult directly with diverse walk-in clients—including homeowners, architects, and interior designers—guiding them through material selections, natural stone, sintered stone tiles, architectural surfaces, and spatial configurations.
• Develop comprehensive technical drawing sets, including floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, lighting layouts, wall sections, and complex custom millwork details using industry software.
• Translate aesthetic concepts into buildable construction documentation, ensuring strict alignment with structural constraints, MEP services, and familiarity of local regulations.
• Collaborate proactively with contractors and specialty fabricators during site visits, RFIs, and construction phases to resolve complex field conditions.
• Manage detailed finish schedules, material procurement tracking, hardware specifications, and custom furniture shop drawing reviews.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Interior Architecture, Interior Design, or Architecture.
• 2 to 5 years of professional studio and client-facing retail or showroom experience with an emphasis on technical detailing.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Demonstrated expertise in architectural joinery, material behavior, lighting integration, and construction sequencing.

What We Offer

• Attractive salary package will be offered based on experience and qualifications.

• Hands-on exposure to premium materials, technical design, and showroom projects.

• Career development and growth opportunities.