Design Assistant

The Design Assistant at PWID is a team player who can multitask, prioritize, and manage deadlines. Strong organizational skills are a necessity. You will work with project leaders on various projects . You will have the opportunity to participate in many facets of design and administration. You must be an independent problem solver with a sense of humor and a desire to learn. The Design Assistant must be knowledgeable of the interior design world, detail-oriented, dependable, proactive, self-motivated, and work well under pressure. Below is a brief list of some of the responsibilities expected of the Design Assistant role. As we are a small design firm, however, everyone wears a lot of hats and pitches in where needed. Consequently, your assistance may be requested on tasks beyond the description below. Responsibilities: • Drafting in CAD • Maintenance of fabric library and all material returns • Project paperwork filing • Expediting • General administrative tasks as needed • Minimal personal tasks for Principal and Office maintenance as needed • Price quote and product spec management with vendors • Project schedule development and maintenance • Assistance with sourcing furnishing, fabrics, materials & finishes • Preparation for client meetings • Assistance with installations, which may require travel