Junior Design Product Manager

Who you are

• It is ideal for someone highly organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating exceptional living spaces
• 1–3 years of experience in project coordination, operations, hospitality, property management, interior design, construction, or related fields
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Hands-on mindset with the ability to solve problems independently
• Experience coordinating suppliers, contractors, or on-site works
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Good aesthetic sensibility and understanding of interior design principles
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets
• Comfortable working with project tracking and reporting tools
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, SketchUp or similar design software is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Fluency in English is required
• Additional languages such as French, Portuguese, Italian, or Spanish are a plus
• Previous experience in a startup or scale-up environment is highly valued

What the job involves

• As a Design Project manager, you will play a key role in ensuring that every Ukio apartment meets our design, operational, and quality standards before welcoming guests
• You will be responsible for assessing apartment conditions, coordinating furniture purchasing, and supporting the execution of design and operational initiatives across our portfolio
• From planning furniture orders to overseeing installations and conducting quality installs, you will ensure apartments are delivered on time, within budget, and according to Ukio standards
• You will work closely with Design, Supply, Operations, City Teams, contractors, and suppliers to coordinate projects from assessment to completion
• Additionally, you will support apartment quality audits, replacement initiatives, and readiness checks to maintain a consistent and premium guest experience across all markets
• This role combines project coordination, furniture purchasing, design sensibility, operational execution, and quality management
• Design & Improvement Projects:
• Assess apartment conditions and identify improvement opportunities
• Define scopes of work and propose apartment enhancement solutions aligned with Ukio standards
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise apartment improvement projects from start to finish
• Manage contractors, suppliers, handymen, and external stakeholders throughout project execution
• Coordinate installations, repairs, refurbishments, and apartment upgrades
• Source furniture, decorative items, lighting, and replacement products when required
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to design specifications
• Support apartment onboarding timelines and readiness across multiple markets
• Resolve operational and technical issues that arise during project execution
• Quality & Apartment Standards:
• Conduct apartment quality inspections before onboarding and guest check-ins
• Identify defects, maintenance issues, styling inconsistencies, and operational risks
• Coordinate corrective actions and follow up until full resolution
• Support replacement projects resulting from wear and tear, incidents, or guest feedback
• Ensure furniture, decoration, appliances, and apartment setup comply with Ukio guidelines
• Coordinate apartment access with guests when quality visits, inspections, or replacements are required
• Support apartment photoshoots and ensure visual presentation aligns with Ukio standards
• Operations & Reporting:
• Maintain accurate project information and reporting in internal tools and spreadsheets
• Monitor apartment readiness and proactively identify execution risks
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply, Operations, and City Teams
• Analyze recurring issues and propose process improvements
• Support the development and implementation of operational best practices across markets
• Purchasing & Cost Control:
• Sourcing and purchasing of furniture and materials from local and international suppliers, ensuring alignment with quality standards and budgets
• Maintain financial accuracy and operational efficiency under tight timelines

Benefits

• Bonus Scheme
• Flexible schedule
• Investment in your learning and development
• Employee Stock Options Plan
• A challenging job at one of the fastest growing companies in Europe
• Competitive annual gross salary, to be determined in line with your knowledge and experience
• Private Insurance
• International working environment with many different nationalities
• Work with talented, committed and supportive teammates
• Team events and an amazing internal culture