Venterra Realty

Design Project Coordinator I

Venterra Realty  •  Houston, TX (Hybrid)  •  10 hours ago
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Job Description

ROLE: Design Project Coordinator (Interior Design, Construction, FF&E, CapEx)

REPORTS TO: Designer Manager

LOCATION: Corporate Office in Houston / Hybrid

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a Design Project Coordinator with experience in interior design, construction project management, and FF&E procurement to support mainly multifamily renovation (CapEx) and some ground-up development projects. This role is responsible for end-to-end project coordination, acting as the key liaison between Design, Construction (GCS), Asset Management, vendors, and external partners. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in project scheduling, budgeting, construction coordination, and procurement management.You will play a critical role in delivering on-time, on- budget, high-quality design and construction projects that enhance resident experience, leasing performance, and asset value, while supporting the company’s expansion into new development projects.


KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management & Coordination

  • Manage the full project lifecycle including planning, design coordination, procurement, construction administration, installation, and closeout
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, timelines, budgets, and milestone tracking tools
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams including Design, Construction, Operations, and Asset Management

Design & Construction Coordination

  • Collaborate with interior designers, architects, and engineers on schematic design, design development (DD), and construction documents (CDs)
  • Support renovation planning, including feasibility studies, existing conditions assessments, and phased construction approaches
  • Partner with construction teams and superintendents to ensure design intent is executed accurately in the field
  • Assist with punch lists, issue resolution, and project closeout

FF&E Procurement & Materials Management

  • Lead FF&E procurement (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) and finish selections
  • Manage purchase orders (POs) via Coupa and track all procurement activities
  • Evaluate vendor bids, quotes, samples, and submittals
  • Oversee logistics including manufacturing, shipping, delivery, and installation

Budgeting, CapEx & Cost Control

  • Monitor project budgets and CapEx spending, ensuring alignment with approved financials
  • Prepare cost reports, change orders, and financial forecasts
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering initiatives
  • Deliver monthly financial and project status reports

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

  • Serve as the main point of contact for vendors, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders
  • Build and manage vendor relationships and performance
  • Provide executive-level reporting and project updates to leadership

CANDIDATE PROFILE

  • Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
  • 2–5 years of experience in design project coordination, construction project management, or interior design project management; Experience with renovations project coordination is required for this role
  • Strong knowledge of FF&E procurement and vendor management, Construction processes, sequencing, and renovation planning, CapEx project management and budgeting
  • Proficiency in project management and scheduling tools
  • Advanced skills in AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
  • Experience with multifamily, commercial, or real estate development projects (renovation and ground-up) is an asset; Experience with Coupa (procurement software), Bluebeam or Sketchup is preferred
  • Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Proactive, solutions-driven mindset

BENEFITS

  • Competitive Base Salary and performance bonus.
  • A robust package of Health (Medical (PPO), Dental, Vision), 401k matching, paid vacation suite benefits and employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability, among other things.
  • Educational Assistance / Reimbursement to support your drive to learn.
  • 8 paid hours per year of Volunteer Time Off to serve the organization(s) of your choice.
  • Access to thousands of employee discounts with BenefitHub.

Venterra Realty is a growing developer, owner, and operator of multifamily apartments with 90 mixed-use and multifamily communities across 22 major US cities. Over 50,000 people and more than 10,000 pets call Venterra "home"! The Venterra Team is focused on achieving excellence in serving its three major stakeholders: residents, employees, and investors. Venterra has enjoyed tremendous growth and financial success over its 24-year history. This success has been achieved through the exceptional commitment and dedication of Venterra's approximately 950 team members. Find out more about Venterra Realty and its award-winning company culture at Venterra.com

We’re thrilled to be recognized as a leading workplace with numerous prestigious awards year after year!

US Awards:

Canada Awards:

Explore our communities at VenterraLiving.com, and visit Venterra.com to learn more about how we’re out-caring the competition by staying true to our value proposition: “We care more about renter experiences, which drives superior results.”

Venterra Realty is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all stages of the selection process.

Work Authorization Requirement: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout employment. The company does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Venterra Realty

About Venterra Realty

Founded in 2001, at Venterra, we develop, own, and manage approximately 90 apartment communities in 21 US cities that provide housing to over 42,000 people and 18,000 pets. We are committed to improving the lives of our residents by delivering an industry-leading customer experience. Learn more at Venterra.com!

In 2024 alone, Great Place to Work’s annual employee survey led to various workplace recognitions including being named one of the 2024 FORTUNE© Best Medium Workplaces, ranking #1 in our size category on the 2024 Best Workplaces in Real Estate list, and being celebrated as one of People Magazine's 2024 PEOPLE® Companies that Care. Venterra Glassdoor reviews have also resulted in our becoming a five-time Glassdoor Best Places to Work winner.

If you are motivated to work in a challenging environment, where your results will be recognized and rewarded, you should consider a career with Venterra. We are looking for the best in the industry, those who genuinely wish to excel in their career.

Come join a team where you have unlimited growth potential and career advancement. We offer great compensation, an excellent benefits package, and training to reach your full potential!

Industry
Real Estate & Property
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Year Founded
2001
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