Junior Interior Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Junior Interior Designer

About Reef:

Reef is a Utah-based vertically integrated investment and development firm founded in 2005. Reef's team is currently involved in some of the most prominent development transactions in Utah and other targeted geographies across the United States.

Built on two decades of success, our investment approach combines proven expertise with purposeful innovation. Reef's team has completed more than 500 transactions across all lines of business. In addition to our real estate investment strategy, Reef and/or affiliates own and operate various businesses that add significant long-term value to its projects. We have grown rapidly, growing from about 25 employees to well over 400, with managed assets on behalf of over 750 institutional and individual partners worldwide.

With the motto "Expect the Best," Reef's most prominent developments include Black Desert Resort, a $2 billion luxury resort in Ivins, Utah; Marcella, a luxury private golf community in Park City, Utah; Tributer Resort, Virginia's newest premier private lakeside golf destination; Cornerstone Club, a 5,000-acre residential community, private club, and resort in Telluride, Colorado; Sweetens Cove, a renowned and evolving golf destination nestled in the Tennessee Valley; and the restoration of the historic Coco Palms Resort in Wailua, on the island of Kauai, Hawaii.

Our culture is defined by a shared set of principles that guide how we think, collaborate, make decisions, and pursue success together. This mindset serves as the foundation for the five principles that define how we work together: first, we are One Reef, always prioritizing the success of the whole over individual agendas; we speak candidly and respond collaboratively; we move in solidarity once a decision is made; we take full accountability for outcomes in our domain; and we refuse to settle for anything less than extraordinary. These aren't aspirational values posted on a wall. They are the behaviors we hire for, develop, reward, and exhibit each day. Candidates who thrive at Reef bring energy, ownership, and a genuine commitment to raising the bar on everything they touch.

Position Summary:

Reef is seeking a highly creative and detail-oriented Junior Interior Designer to join our design team for some of our most exciting properties and developments. The Junior Interior Designer is responsible for working with members of the design team to assist in the development and execution of interior design concepts, finish selections, and spatial layouts for assigned project scopes.

This role translates approved design systems and experiential intent into project-level interior environments, ensuring the design choices align with Reef's portfolio standards, budget parameters, and construction schedules. The ideal candidate has a early career-level design portfolio, a refined aesthetic, and full-time experience working on upscale residential or mixed-use developments.

Responsibilities:

• Assist senior designers in developing space plans, mood boards, and design concepts for assigned projects
• Prepare and revise drawings, floor plans, elevations, and 3D renderings using AutoCAD, SketchUp, and/or Revit
• Source and specify furniture, fixtures, equipment (FF&E), materials, and finishes within budget and brand guidelines
• Maintain and update the materials/finishes library and vendor samples
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and suppliers to obtain pricing, samples, and lead times
• Support procurement processes, including generating purchase orders and tracking order status
• Conduct site visits to measure spaces, assess conditions, and monitor installation progress
• Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, ADA requirements, and safety standards
• Assist in preparing client presentations and design proposals
• Organize and maintain project files, specifications, and documentation throughout the design process
• Perform other design support duties as assigned by senior team members

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• 1-2 years of relevant full-time experience in interior design roles; experience with sketching, rendering and AI visualization is highly preferred
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and/or Revit; working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite a plus
• Understanding of space planning, materials, finishes, FF&E selection, and lighting principles
• Familiarity with building codes, ADA requirements, and industry safety standards
• Strong hand-sketching and 3D rendering skills to communicate design concepts
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with ability to take direction from senior designers
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple project deadlines

Company Benefits:

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Generous Health Plan with HSA Match
• Flexible Paid Time-off
• Daily Company Lunches
• Cell Phone Service Allowance
• Discounts at Company-owned Resorts and Golf Courses