Senior Project Manager​/Designer

Senior Project Manager/Lead Designer | Luxury Residential Interior Design

New York, NY

Are you a seasoned luxury residential designer and project leader who thrives at the intersection of design excellence, client relationships, and project execution?

This is an opportunity to lead high-end residential projects, guiding work from initial design through installation while collaborating with clients, architects, contractors, consultants, vendors, and internal team members. We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who can balance creative design leadership with the precision and accountability required to deliver complex projects successfully to impact our client's team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage assigned projects from schematic design through installation and project closeout
• Serve as the primary day-to-day project lead and client contact
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and action-item lists
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, consultants, and vendors throughout all project phases
• Lead project meetings and distribute follow-up items
• Prepare and maintain project specifications, schedules, budgets, and procurement documentation
• Review proposals, estimates, shop drawings, and submittals for accuracy and design intent
• Coordinate furniture, lighting, plumbing, finish, and accessory selections
• Create and maintain AutoCAD drawings including floor plans, furniture plans, elevations, and custom millwork details
• Assist Principal with design development, presentations, and project strategy
• Conduct site visits and oversee installation activities
• Identify project risks and proactively resolve issues before they impact schedule or budget
• Ensure all project documentation is accurate, complete, and maintained according to studio standards

Qualifications

• 7+ years of luxury residential interior design experience
• Bachelor’s degree in interior design or related field
• Strong proficiency in Design Manager, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Google Suite
• Experience preparing and managing project budgets and schedules, with experience coordinating with contractors, consultants, and fabricators
• Experience with custom furniture and millwork development
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawing sets and construction documents
• Knowledge of residential construction methods, detailing, and custom fabrication processes
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• International residential project experience
• Familiarity with luxury furnishings, finishes, and trade resources