Selections Manager | Design Associate

Selections Manager | Design Associate
Part-Time | In-Person | Maidens, VA
$20–$25 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
10–30 hours per week

ABOUT THE ROLE

We're hiring, and this is a really important role for our studio.

Most people think residential design is about finishes and styling. In reality, it's hundreds of coordinated decisions that determine how a home actually gets built.

As our projects continue to grow, we're looking for a Selections Manager | Design Associate to support the behind-the-scenes work that keeps projects organized, documented, and moving forward.

Molly by Design is a residential design studio specializing in custom homes, renovations, and builder partnerships. Our work sits at the intersection of design, construction, and project coordination.

This role begins with selections management, documentation, and project coordination. Over time, there is an opportunity to grow into deeper involvement with design decisions, space planning, drafting support, and increased project responsibility.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Organizing and documenting client selections
• Maintaining project tracking systems (Google Docs and Sheets)
• Communicating with clients to gather and confirm selections
• Cross-referencing selections across trades and vendors
• Identifying missing information and tracking follow-ups
• Coordinating with builders, vendors, and clients as needed
• Supporting preparation of documentation for client and builder meetings
• Assisting with drawing updates in Chief Architect, with guidance provided during onboarding

WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE DIFFERENT

This role offers a unique opportunity to learn how custom homes are designed, documented, and built.

You'll gain exposure to the decisions that impact construction, budgets, schedules, and client experience, not just finishes and aesthetics.

For someone who enjoys learning and taking initiative, there is meaningful opportunity to grow within the company as responsibilities, skills, and experience develop.

WE MAY BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU

• Notice details others miss
• Enjoy organizing complex information
• Take ownership of tasks and follow through without constant reminders
• Communicate clearly and professionally
• Enjoy learning new systems and processes
• Are curious about residential construction and design
• Like figuring things out and continuously improving

HELPFUL, BUT NOT REQUIRED

• Familiarity with Chief Architect or other drafting software
• Familiarity with Google Workspace
• Background or interest in interior design, architecture, construction, or project coordination

ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT

We're looking for someone who is excited to continue learning and growing.

Chief Architect experience is a plus, but a genuine interest in developing proficiency over time is highly valued. We appreciate team members who are willing to learn independently, explore tutorials and training resources, and continually improve their skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Molly by Design operates from a professional home-based studio in Maidens, Virginia.

This is an in-person position during scheduled working hours.

HOURS + GROWTH

This position will begin at approximately 8–10 hours per week during the initial training and onboarding period through mid-July.

Following onboarding, hours are expected to increase to approximately 20–30 hours per week as responsibilities grow and the candidate becomes more integrated into project work.

The exact schedule and growth trajectory will depend on experience, performance, and business needs, but we are looking for someone interested in growing with the company over time.

Additional compensation, responsibilities, and opportunities may be considered as the role develops.

APPLICATION

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your resume and a brief note about why this role caught your attention to:

molly@mollybydesign.com

References are appreciated but not required with your initial application.

To help us identify candidates who pay attention to details, please include the word "Studio" somewhere in the subject line of your email.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person