Senior Residential Interior Designer

ASPEN VACATIONS•Aspen, CO

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Aspen Vacations is a luxury vacation rental company based in Aspen, CO, managing a curated portfolio of exceptional properties. They are seeking a Senior Interior Designer who can own projects end to end and is passionate about creating elevated, design-driven spaces. As a Senior Interior Designer | Project Manager, you will lead the transformation of luxury vacation rental properties, managing interior design projects from concept through completion and collaborating closely with homeowners, contractors, trades, vendors, and internal team members. Projects range from furnishing and decor refreshes to complete renovations. Owners largely rely on Aspen Vacations to make design decisions that will be most appealing to future guests, with the goal of making each home rental-ready as quickly as possible. This role offers ownership over design direction, selections, and final presentation, incorporating the distinct style and character of the Aspen area. You will take homes from concept to vacation-ready in a matter of months and be responsible for directing professional photo shoots. Your spaces will host guests throughout the year, and you will see how people respond to your work through guest feedback and rental performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a residential design firm, with a portfolio demonstrating high-end residential work.
Exceptional styling talent, with a refined eye for aesthetics, proportion, color, texture, and detail, and a track record of creating beautifully styled spaces.
Proven success managing multiple interior design projects simultaneously, from concept through completion.
Extensive FF&E sourcing and procurement experience, with the resourcefulness to source quickly and effectively, navigate lead times, and identify quality alternatives without compromising the design vision or budget.
Strong knowledge of design principles, with an understanding of basic construction methods and the ability to resolve construction-related design challenges.
Impeccable organizational and record-keeping skills, with sharp attention to detail and the ability to perform under pressure and deadlines.
Proficient in AutoCAD (or a comparable drafting program), Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant design software.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to creating positive, professional experiences across all interactions, including guests, homeowners, team members, vendors, and contractors.
A motivated self-starter with a strong sense of urgency, accountability, and follow-through.
Passionate about creating incredible spaces that leave a lasting impression on guests and homeowners.

Nice To Haves

NCIDQ certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage interior design projects from concept through completion, ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgets, and company standards.
Develop and oversee detailed project schedules, FF&E budgets, resources, and deliverables to ensure timely and efficient execution.
Lead overall design direction, including space planning, custom millwork, furniture and fabric selections, lighting design, material selections, finishes, and decor.
Develop project drawings that convey design intent, including floor plans, elevations, millwork details, and lighting and tile layouts, and coordinate with internal team members, contractors, trades, and consultants on all documents needed to execute the design.
Source, specify, and procure all project elements, including furnishings, fixtures, finishes, plumbing, lighting, materials, and accessories, building on our established vendor and trade program.
Coordinate deliveries, installation logistics, final styling, and professional photography, with hands-on support from our in-house maintenance and housekeeping teams, so each property is impeccably staged for listing photography and guests.
Conduct regular on-site meetings with internal teams, contractors, trades, and vendors to communicate design intent, review progress, resolve issues, and ensure quality control.
Build and maintain strong homeowner relationships where owners are involved, communicating design vision and providing project status updates.
Maintain organized project documentation, including budgets, schedules, drawings, specifications, vendor communications, proposals, invoices, and change orders.
Refresh and update furnishings, decor, and finishes across existing properties, proactively replacing worn or dated items so each home continues to look its best.