Studio + Project Coordinator

Studio + Project Coordinator

Tampa, FL, USA

Who We Are

The Studio & Project Coordinator is driven and experienced excelling in both project coordination and studio management. This role is instrumental in ensuring the seamless operation of our studio while delivering an elevated luxury design experience to our clients. Responsibilities vary from managing timelines, expediting procurement, and vendor relations to maintaining day-to-day operations in the studio. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and customer-focused, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders effectively.

About The Role

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Client Concierge:

• Document and vet potential clients and leads
• Guide clients through the entire project process – from onboarding to project wrap
• Curate and deliver takeaways and gifts

Project Coordination:

• Utilize task management software to communicate project processes and status to team
• Ownership of tasks, big picture goal setting, forward thinking, and solutions to improve processes and efficiencies
• Communicate and manage schedules for trade and design teams
• Vendor coordination for documentation with the design team during design development to initiate budget, request quotes, and organize proposal and presentation prep
• Execute and expedite purchase orders, tracking, receiving, and installation scheduling
• Close out project documentation and wrap

Studio Coordination:

• Utilize G-suite to communicate with team and associates
• Schedule studio events, meetings, trade shows, travel, and seminars
• Assist with executing social media for community connection, asset building, and industry engagement
• Work directly with Design Principal to set team goals and studio milestones
• Upkeep studio aesthetic, coordinate maintenance, and support a positive team morale

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical Insurance allowance
• Retirement savings plans with employer match after one year of employment
• Paid personal days
• Paid holidays
• Ongoing educational and professional growth opportunities
• Flex days after six months of employment

Requirements

About You:

• Curious innovator ready to share ideas
• Highly organized and efficient
• Thrives in team settings
• Ability to shift from hyper-focused tasks to big-picture goals
• Innate leader ready for growth in a fast-paced interior design studio environment
• Detail oriented
• Caring and kind

Skills + Experience:

• Minimum 3 years working experience in customer service, hospitality, operations, project management, or related field
• Prior experience leading projects, people, or systems
• Excellent customer service and hospitality skills
• G-suite and MAC proficiency
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to effectively prioritize deliverables on multiple projects within project timelines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Quick learner for new software and tech to achieve maximum efficiency and automation
• Bonus: Working knowledge of interior design, architecture, and construction terminology
• Bonus: Procurement and expediting experience
• Shared belief in MKDS core values:
• We believe in the art of living well
• We build lasting relationships backed with integrity
• We simplify the design process to create one of a kind client experiences
• We deliver design solutions that balance form and function

At MKDS, we believe in the art of living well- Hygge. We are passionate about curating well-designed, custom tailored spaces that bring joy and beauty to our clients. We value people, community, and culture. Making way for a collaborative environment; one that champions teamwork, curiosity, and candidness in every conversation is at the forefront of our beliefs. Failure is inevitable so we value opportunities to learn and grow- being ready to rumble with equal parts confidence and vulnerability is a non-negotiable. Our petit team shares the belief in a holistic approach to life. Health and wellness are key, we love a good laugh and a good time. "There is little success where there is little laughter"- Andrew Carneige