Design Assistant Manager– Construction & Development

# Design Assistant Manager– Construction & Development **Remote | $10.00/hour | Minimum 20 hours/week guaranteed | Potential Full-Time Opportunity** We are seeking an experienced Design Assistant to help develop and standardize our design and construction processes for hospitality, cabin, glamping, and development projects. This is a long-term position with growth opportunities for the right candidate. ## Responsibilities * Create and maintain design standards, design guidelines, SOPs, workflow charts, and project processes * Research design ideas, construction methods, materials, products, and industry trends * Use AI tools such as ChatGPT, Midjourney, Claude, Gemini, and Perplexity for research, concept development, and idea exploration * Prepare construction cost studies, budgeting analysis, and value engineering recommendations * Source materials, fixtures, furniture, equipment, and vendors from different countries * Compare suppliers, obtain pricing, track lead times, and recommend purchasing decisions * Recruit and coordinate architects, engineers, designers, consultants, and vendors * Conduct virtual construction site inspections through photos, videos, reports, and video meetings * Work closely with on-site superintendents and field teams * Prepare and submit material orders and coordinate material deliveries * Create Excel templates, dashboards, and tracking systems for budgeting, scheduling, procurement, inventory, consultants, vendors, and project milestones * Continuously improve project systems, workflows, and documentation ## Requirements * Minimum 10 years of experience in architecture, construction, design management, project management, engineering coordination, or related fields * Strong understanding of the entire design and construction process from concept through project completion * Familiarity with U.S. wood-frame construction methods, including framing, siding, roofing, insulation, windows, doors, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems * Experience with construction budgeting, cost analysis, procurement, and international material sourcing * Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications * Familiarity with the International Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code (IRC), and other commonly adopted U.S. building codes * Strong understanding of hospitality, hotel, resort, glamping, cabin, or lodging development projects * Advanced Excel skills with the ability to create project tracking systems and management dashboards * Ability to create workflow charts, process maps, SOPs, and operational systems * Proficiency with AI tools such as ChatGPT and Midjourney * Excellent English communication skills * Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision ## Preferred Qualifications * Licensed Architect is a strong plus * Engineering license or other professional construction/design credentials are a plus * Experience coordinating architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and suppliers * Experience with hospitality, hotel, resort, glamping, or commercial development projects * Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Notion, or similar software ## To Apply Please provide: 1. Resume 2. Summary of relevant experience 3. Examples of workflow charts, SOPs, or systems you have created 4. Examples of Excel templates, dashboards, or tracking systems you have developed 5. Experience with U.S. wood-frame construction and hospitality development projects 6. Experience with construction cost estimating and international material sourcing 7. Examples of how you use AI tools such as ChatGPT or Midjourney in your work 8. Availability, time zone, and expected hourly rate **Compensation:** $5.00/hour, minimum 20 hours per week guaranteed. This position may grow into a full-time role for candidates who demonstrate strong performance and leadership.