Interior Designer & Preconstruction Coordinator

Interior Designer & Proconstruction Coordinator

Connor Design-Build

Are you an interior designer who believes exceptional spaces are never accidental?

Do you crave thoughtful design, elevated materials, and true craftsmanship over cookie-cutter production work? Are you energized by collaborating closely with clients and skilled trades to bring distinctive, highly personalized spaces to life?

Connor Design-Build is seeking a Harrisburg-based Interior Designer & Preconstruction Coordinator to join our boutique, design-driven team.

Who We Are

Connor Design-Build is a full-service boutique residential and light commercial design-build firm specializing in high-quality remodels, additions, kitchens, baths, interior renovations, and custom projects. We are deeply committed to craftsmanship, intelligent detailing, and timeless design. Our sister company, Studio 4 Showroom complements our construction services by offering curated, fine building materials and finishes through a retail installation and trade sales model. Our showroom features premium windows, doors, flooring, cabinetry, surfaces, hardware, wall coverings, and more — carefully selected to support elevated design.

We are not a high-volume production firm. We are a small, entrepreneurial team that values collaboration, creative problem-solving, and continual improvement. Every project is different. Every detail matters.

The Opportunity

This is a unique, integrated role that blends architectural interior design, client consultation, preconstruction coordination, and sales.

You will play a visible, hands-on role in shaping projects from initial client consultation through design development, documentation, material selection, coordination, and completion. You will work directly with clients, leadership, trades, and vendor partners — contributing meaningfully to both the creative and operational success of each project.

Official employment and primary responsibilities will be through Connor Design-Build, LLC.

Key Responsibilities

Architectural Interior Design & Client Consultation (60%)

• Lead initial and ongoing client consultations (in-showroom and some in-home)
• Educate clients on materials, products, and design approaches
• Develop project scope, specifications, and detailed quotes (using assistive software)
• Produce construction drawings and renderings (Chief Architect and/or AutoCAD/Revit)
• Participate in collaborative team design sessions
• Guide materials and finish selections with a consultative, comparison-based approach
• Prepare and present design concepts, scope of work, and contracts
• Support showroom merchandising and display updates

Preconstruction Coordination (30%)

• Serve as a key communication liaison for active projects
• Coordinate trades, schedules, and vendor quotes with project manager
• Manage material selections, ordering, and tracking
• Develop comprehensive on-site project binders for field teams
• Collaborate closely with the production team throughout execution

Business Development & Growth Support (10%)

• Contribute to marketing initiatives (social, digital, traditional, events)
• Support retail and trade business development efforts
• Maintain client and prospect information within CRM systems
• Represent the company at select events and trade opportunities (as needed)

Who Thrives Here

Our ideal candidate is:

• A critical thinker and natural problem-solver
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Passionate about fine materials and best building practices
• Confident managing multiple project phases simultaneously
• Comfortable working independently within a small, collaborative team
• Motivated by continued education and professional growth
• Tech-savvy and confident with digital tools and social platforms
• Energized by an entrepreneurial environment where initiative is valued

This role is ideal for someone who wants to have a voice, make an impact, and grow alongside a respected boutique firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in architectural interior design and/or project coordination
• Associates or Bachelor’s *(preferred) degree in Interior Design, Architectural Design, or related field
• Proven proficiency in BIM software, AutoCAD, Revit, and/or Chief Architect (rendering required) for full project drawings
• Solid custom cabinetry design and quoting skills
• Experience with fine building materials and high-quality construction practices strongly preferred
• Strong communication and client-facing skills

Work Schedule

• Monday–Friday between 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• 40 hours per week (mutually agreed schedule within these hours)
• Occasional early morning or late afternoon “shoulder” appointments for client accommodation
• Occasional pre-scheduled evening or weekend events and trade shows

We value work-life balance and proactively plan schedules to avoid excessive after-hours demands.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $75,000–$95,000, commensurate with experience
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Professional growth opportunities within a collaborative, design-focused environment

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Cover letter
• Detailed resume
• References

No phone calls, please.

To learn more about our work and aesthetic, visit our website.

We also encourage you to explore our social channels to better understand our philosophy, craftsmanship, and approach to creating exceptional spaces.

Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Cabinetry design: 3 years (Required)
• Design: 3 years (Required)
• BIM, AutoCAD/Revit or Chief Architect and rendering: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person