Project and Operations Coordinator

Project & Operations Coordinator

Behind the Design is seeking a Project & Operations Coordinator to join our team at a thriving boutique interior design business in the DFW area that specializes in supporting interior designers with custom fabric-based window treatments and bedding. This role is ideal for a highly organized, inquisitive professional who thrives in a dynamic, detailed, connection-based environment.

Position Details:

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9am-5pm. 
• Salary: $70,000/year
• Location: 100% onsite in Arlington. 
• Paid Holidays: 6/year. 
• PTO: 10 days/year, accrual based in year 1. 

Role Progression:

• Initial 6 Months: Primarily administrative and logistical, including:
  • Running, receiving, and organizing materials.
  • Scheduling installations.
  • Upkeeping and organizing our facilities. 
  • Engaging in receiving materials.
  • Assisting ownership and project management with job site measurements.
  • Managing orders and workroom schedules.
• After 6 Months: Transition to additional Project Management responsibilities, including:
  • Independently handling measurements, estimates, and job site visits.
  • Juggling priorities and deadlines effectively per project.
  • Coordinating with workrooms, subcontractors, and installers.
  • Managing presale processes and following up with designers.
  • Problem-solving and mitigating issues as they arise.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in an administrative support and/or project management role. 
• Priority will be given to candidates with previous experience in interior design roles. 
• Translatable experience from other industries is welcome!
• Ability to lift 30-50lbs. 
• Openness to pitching in on care for environment at our office space. 

Our Ideal Candidates Are:

• Highly inquisitive and eager to learn.
• Have strong judgment and decision-making skills.
• Are able to multitask and prioritize amongst multiple projects in various stages of progression.
• Diligent, personable, and natural communicators. 
• Intuitive and organized, with the skillset to prioritize the needs of designers and end users.
• Entrepreneurial with a service-oriented approach.
• Comfortable and confident with accurate measuring of each space and adept with CRMs and other software. 

Company Culture:

• We are a small, collaborative and service-oriented team environment working with clients in luxury, high-end spaces.
• We value integrity, human connection, and professionalism are at the core of everything we do.

Sound like a great fit for you? Start a conversation by applying today!

Behind the Design and its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers.