Project Coordinator

An interior design firm in Chicago is seeking a Project Coordinator/Designer to join their studio!

Job Description

We are seeking a Project Coordinator to oversee the execution of interior design projects from start to finish. The role involves managing project budgets, procuring furniture and accessories, and coordinating with design teams to ensure project success.

Responsibilities

• Inventory all furniture plans and RCPs to create a budget
• Create and maintain project budgets
• Quote projects with vendors and negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts
• Review all quotes for accuracy and purchase approved FF&E
• Purchase project accessories as selected by the design team
• Coordinate styling on-site post-FF&E installation with the design team
• Input FF&E specifications into SpecSource and work on any respecs
• Travel and stage all purchased accessories and furniture for project installations
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues
• Liaise with the internal design team to understand procurement needs
• Maintain accurate records of purchasing activities and supplier information
• Assist with general office tasks and maintain organized project files and folders
• Manage daily office calendar and assist with meeting preparation
• Order, stock, and track office supplies

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or a related field
• 2-3+ years of professional experience working within an interiors firm
• 1+ year of procurement experience
• Proficiency in SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience in project coordination, procurement management, and project management

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $32.45/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2026.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the

city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants

with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a

condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law

shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,

including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications

and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you

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