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Interior Designer / Project Designer Kennebunk, Maine | Full-Time | In-Person

Hurlbutt Designs is seeking an experienced Interior Designer / Project Designer to join one of coastal Maine's premier high-end residential design studios.

Located in Kennebunk, Maine, our firm is known for its refined aesthetic, sophisticated residential projects, and enduring client relationships. This role is ideal for a designer who combines strong creative instincts with excellent organization, project management, and client communication skills.

The designer will work within a talented, close-knit team while taking ownership of assigned projects and responsibilities. This is an opportunity to contribute to distinctive homes throughout coastal New England in a collaborative, supportive studio environment while enjoying the lifestyle that coastal Maine has to offer.

What You'll Do
• Work on residential design projects from concept through installation
• Develop furniture layouts, specifications, sourcing, finish selections, and client presentations
• Manage project details, timelines, approvals, and vendor coordination
• Communicate regularly with clients, vendors, contractors, and internal team members
• Participate in client meetings and site visits
• Track selections, pricing, orders, and outstanding project decisions
• Help resolve project issues proactively and professionally
• Collaborate with senior designers, design assistants, interns, and the installation team
• Take ownership of assigned projects and project responsibilities

What We're Looking For
• 4+ years of professional interior design experience
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Good design judgment and close attention to detail
• Confidence communicating with clients and presenting design recommendations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Comfortable collaborating within an established creative direction
• Calm, accountable, and solutions-oriented
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented studio environment
• Availability to meet with clients at our Studio on weekends as needed

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in high-end residential design
• Familiarity with Design Manager, MyDoma, Studio Designer, or similar software
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, or comparable design tools
• Experience coordinating with vendors, workrooms, contractors, and installers
• Knowledge of custom furniture, fabrics, window treatments, lighting, and finishes

Compensation and Benefits
• $30-$36 per hour, depending on experience
• Full-time position
• Benefits
• Paid time off
• In-person work in our Kennebunk studio
• Travel to project sites as needed 

To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to Rich Clarke.