Olczak Group · 20 hours ago
Interior Design Project Coordinator
Berkeley, CA
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expOlczak Group is a design-build firm that combines architecture and construction to create meaningful spaces. The Interior Design Project Coordinator will manage small interior renovation projects while supporting larger projects, acting as a liaison between design and construction teams.
Architecture & Planning
Responsibilities
Develop and curate of body of interior design work to support Olczak Group’s design build projects and standalone interior design projects across all phases of work, from schematic design through construction administration
Development and coordination of: Finish schedules, FF&E selections, Material palettes and specifications
Prepare and maintain interior design documentation for client review, permitting, and construction
Coordinate design revisions and integrate feedback from clients, consultants, and internal teams
Collaborate with the CEO to develop an interiors focused retail showroom for the general public
Lead and execute small-scale interior renovation projects (e.g., kitchen and bathroom renovations) from design development through project closeout
Secure project leads, specifically in residential or high-end residential with expansion into commercial and hospitality interiors as well
Serve as the primary point of coordination for assigned projects, managing: Scope definition and documentation, Interior design selections and approvals, Budget tracking and change management, and Schedule coordination and milestone tracking
Coordinate directly with subcontractors, vendors, and internal construction teams to ensure quality, schedule, and design intent are maintained
Conduct site walks and field coordination for assigned projects, identifying and resolving issues proactively
Support client communication for assigned projects, including design reviews, decision tracking, and progress updates
Track interior design costs, allowances, and selection impacts on project budgets
Assist with pricing reviews, scope clarifications, and value alignment as needed
Coordinate procurement activities, including: Vendor communication, Order tracking, Delivery scheduling aligned with construction sequencing
Monitor material lead times and proactively flag schedule risks
Coordinate with architects, engineers, fabricators, and subcontractors to ensure interior scope is clearly communicated and aligned
Attend project meetings and site walks as required, documenting decisions and action items
Maintain organized project files, logs, and trackers related to interior scope and small-project execution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field
1–4 years of experience in an interior design, architecture, or design-build environment
Experience with residential or high-end residential projects
Strong organizational, time-management, and coordination skills
Proficiency with design and documentation tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar)
Clear written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and follow-through
Preferred
Familiarity with construction processes, sequencing, and field coordination
Experience working directly with vendors, subcontractors, or fabricators
Demonstrated interest in growing into a Project Lead or project management role
Company
Olczak Group
Olczak Group (OG) was founded in 2025 to meet a growing need – a better way to design and build.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase