Position: Part-Time Assistant Designer
Location: Northern Virginia (Local Applicants Only)
Company: Star Marble & Granite
Reports to: Lead Designer & Owner
Start Date: Immediate
About Us: Star Marble & Granite is recognized as a pioneer in natural stonework, design, and remodeling for residential and commercial clients in the DMV area for over 30 years. Our work can be found in residences throughout the region, from civil servants to public figures to business professionals. At Star, we believe everyone deserves to live, laugh, and be in spaces that make them feel calm, peace, and beauty. We pour our belief and passion into every project, a bespoke transformation from design to installation.
Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and technically skilled Assistant Designer to support our growing portfolio of design-driven remodeling projects. This part-time position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and wants to gain hands-on experience in both the design and construction sides of the industry. As a small, family–owned company, we value close collaboration, creative problem solving, and strong client relationships. You’ll work directly alongside the lead designers on real projects that make a visible impact. This is currently a part-time position with the potential to evolve into a full-time role.
Key Responsibilities:
· Collaborate with the Lead Designers to develop floor plans, elevations, 3D renderings, and construction documentation for a variety of projects, including kitchens, baths, whole-home renovations, and additions
· Create design documentation used for client approvals and to guide trade teams during installation
· Assist with material sourcing and product selections for finishes, fixtures, cabinetry, tile, and more
· Maintain detailed and accurate documentation, schedules, and visual presentations throughout the project lifecycle
· Conduct on-site visits to gather field measurements, assess progress, and coordinate design detail with Project Manager and trades
· Adapt and respond to evolving design challenges, timelines, and construction conditions
Qualifications:
· Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field (or currently enrolled in a design program)
· 2+ years of experience in residential design and documentation preferred
· Strong proficiency in SketchUp, AutoCAD, and rendering software (e.g., 2020, Enscape, Lumion)
· Familiarity with construction drawings, kitchen and bath layouts, and millwork detailing
· Excellent time management and organizational skills
· Tech-savvy with strong attention to accuracy and aesthetics
· Enthusiastic, resourceful, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
· Reliable transportation for job site visits in the DMV/metro area
Pay Rate:
· Negotiable, commensurate with experience
Time Commitment:
· Part-time: Flex hours to project needs; negotiable
· Must be available for occasional on-site visits
· Start date: immediately
· Opportunity to grow into a full-time position
Serious candidates should submit their resume/portfolio to Christa Blackmon at [email protected]
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lorton, VA 22079
