Design Coordinator - Hospitality & Multifamily

Job Description

Job Description

RMS Companies is a vertically integrated luxury hotel and apartment developer and operator with a growing portfolio of boutique hospitality and residential properties throughout Connecticut and Westchester, NY.

We are seeking a highly motivated and design-driven Design Coordinator to join our in-house creative team. This is a highly hands-on role offering exposure to all phases of the design and development process — from early concept development through construction and installation.

The ideal candidate has experience in hospitality, restaurant, and/or multifamily projects and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role offers substantial opportunity for professional growth within a family-owned, rapidly expanding development company.

The ideal candidate is comfortable balancing creative design work with the practical realities of active construction and hotel operations.

This position reports directly to RMS Companies’ Creative Director.

Role Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with RMS Creative Director, construction teams, architects, consultants, and third-party design firms on hospitality and multifamily projects

• Assist in space planning and furniture layouts for guestrooms, public spaces, restaurants, and residential projects

• Support development of interior design concepts, mood boards, finish palettes, and presentations

• Assist with lighting selections, material specifications, furniture sourcing, and finish coordination

• Coordinate design documentation, samples, and project tracking throughout all phases of design and construction

• Review drawings, submittals, and specifications for design consistency and execution

• Communicate with vendors, consultants, architects, and contractors regarding design-related items and project follow-up

• Develop and maintain vendor relationships and sourcing databases

• Coordinate installation and styling of furnishings, artwork, and accessories

• Support ongoing enhancements across RMS hospitality properties

Role Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field preferred

• 3+ years of experience in commercial interior design preferred

• Hospitality, restaurant, and/or multifamily project experience strongly preferred

• Strong understanding of floor plan layouts, space planning, lighting, finishes, furnishings, and construction detailing

• Proficiency in AutoCAD required; SketchUp, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar programs are a plus

• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Passion for hospitality and experiential design

To Apply

Please submit resume, portfolio, and examples of relevant hospitality, restaurant, or multifamily work.

RMS is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer