Interior Designer

What you will do

• Conduct interior design work (FF&E) for new homes in the Pacaso portfolio and drive the work from concept to delivery; partner with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to hit tight production timelines and deliver on our brand promise
• Conduct design work for existing Pacasos, including sourcing replacement FF&E, performing regular design audits, and leading full-home design refreshes
• Develop unique concept and schematic designs and present them in an elegant visual format that’s owner-facing and ready to share as Sales collateral
• Conduct remote property reviews and collaborate with cross-functional partners on budget, schedule, capital upgrades, owner requests, sales strategy, and merchandising
• Adhere to Pacaso design standards around aesthetics, functionality, performance, and owner experience; consider each property’s unique needs while honoring the brand at large
• Develop smart design solutions that balance standards, cost, product availability, preferred vendors, quick turnaround timelines, and existing FF&E assortment
• Support broader Supply Chain team in developing strategies that accelerate growth while increasing design quality and operational efficiency
• Support expansion strategy into new markets and global regions; work closely with Director of Supply Chain and cross-functional partners to mitigate risks
• Work closely with Procurement and Sourcing to define criteria for FF&E / OS&E, identify sources, and build successful partnerships
• Collaborate with Marketing on content that drives brand recognition and value; serve as an external brand ambassador for Pacaso at conferences, trade fairs, exhibitions, and design weeks
• Partner with local Market Operations team, logistics partners, and Onboarding team to support installation; travel to onboardings and manage in-person staging and styling, as needed
• Support the development of junior designers, and help coach them via ongoing trainings and skill-shares

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Interiors or Architecture (NCIDQ / CID preferred)
• 5+ years of professional experience with a focus on high-end residential and/or hospitality; growth-stage startup experience strongly preferred
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with concept development, schematics, and design development
• Outstanding design presentation skills; experience in creating high-level graphic client presentations 
• Experience coordinating with interior finish and furniture vendors; you have a network of established vendor relationships
• Excellent organizational skills with an eye for detail, deadlines, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects at once
• Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to thrive in a highly ambiguous, fast-paced environment; you have a passion for doing design differently  
• Extensive knowledge of furniture, architecture, and current design trends, as well as FF&E vendors and custom solutions for high-end residential and hospitality projects; global sourcing and product development experience preferred
• Proficiency in Revit and Autocad required; proficiency in modeling software including SketchUp Pro and Rhino preferred
• Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (including InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat,
  Illustrator) and G-Suite programs (including Slides, Sheets, and Docs) required;
  proficiency in Excel a plus
• Experience with Houzz and Canva preferred
• Collaborative, team-first mindset; great sense of humor, humility, and positive spirit!