About Heirloom Heirloom exists to connect people to places and to each other. We design, build, and operate beautiful spaces that redefine what it feels like to travel as a group. With roots in New Orleans and a growing presence in more than a dozen destinations nationwide, Heirloom blends the warmth of hospitality with the power of technology to create unforgettable group travel experiences. Our focus on providing world-class accommodations in premier destinations, combined with a data-driven and tech-enabled operational strategy, has allowed Heirloom to carve out a distinctive position within the luxury short-term rental and property management space.General Overview The setup and construction Design Assistant is a position that works collaboratively with Heirloom’s Construction and SetUp Design departments. Their primary function is to assist the Design Director and Associates in the design process and outcome. The role will specifically focus on drafting plans and elevations and sourcing finishes, furniture and fixtures for upcoming projects. Assistance with replacements for past projects: locating finishes and sourcing replacement selections, sourcing alternate construction material, fixture & finish spec selections, and procurement will be a large part of this role. . This role offers the ability to grow into a more integral team role based on performance. The role will also include updating the construction selections standards library. Design projects include, but are not limited to: single family homes, boutique hotels, Inns, B&B. Project location can vary depending on the development pipeline. Warehouse Functions Essential FunctionsConstructions Design Replacements: Locate requested finishes in the database and supply for touchups, small construction renovations, etc. Setup Design Replacements: review ticket, Guesty and marketing photos, and dimensions provided to provide designers with three alternate options to replace damaged selections.Provide 3 construction selections in various price pointsSource alternate furniture and lighting selections when original selections are out of stock Work with Procurement team to manage the process of placing, tracking, receiving orders, and managing returnsProduce construction schedules based on selections entered into Google sheets and enter into GatherEnter new standard selections into Construction Standards database in GatherEnter finalized Setup selections from Google Sheets into Gather and assist in creating PO’sAssist in the project organization including budget updates, project updates/communications, maintaining project specs.Travel to job sites to assist with installs, staging, photoshoots and assessments of properties in need of a refresh. RequirementsA successful Design Assistant is a creative and process-minded team member with a meticulous attention to detail. The ideal candidate has an ownership mentality, is committed to excellence, and able to think intuitively. Fluent English requiredMust be literate in Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Applications - learning new tech should feel intuitive. Proficiency in AutoCAD is requiredExceptional aesthetic taste3+ years of interior design work experience: design concept creation, sourcing, procurement, purchasing.Highly organized and demonstrate exemplary planning, multi-tasking, and time-management skillsAbility to function in a fast-paced and demanding work environmentProactive approach to problem solving (critical thinker)Portfolio available to review Experience with developing drawings for custom furniture development a plus Benefits:100% Remote workBiweekly pay in USDPaid time offOpportunity to work with a U.S.-based luxury brand.Travel and gain valuable exposure to the U.S. marketIndefinite-term U.S. contractor agreement