Cortland

Multifamily real estate

InteriorDesigner

$70–95k ~AI est. Dallas, Texas, United States Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Interior Designer at Cortland. Skills: Interior design, Renovation concepts, Material selection. Lead design vision for acquisitions. Execute design vision for renovations”

What You'll Achieve.

Elevate resident experience; Elevate asset value

Industry & Context.

Multifamily real estate
Eligibility Requirements

Travel up to 50%

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3+ years professional interior design experience, 2+ years hands-on Revit experience, Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or related field

Nice to Have

Experience in high-end residential or hospitality

What You'll Do.

Lead design vision for acquisitions

Execute design vision for renovations

Execute design vision for special projects

Translate creative concepts into environments

Develop renovation concepts

Develop reconfiguration concepts

Optimize unit layouts

Optimize unit functionality

Manage furniture budget

Coordinate furniture delivery

Oversee furniture installation

Partner with Investments

Partner with Cortland Build

Partner with Architecture

Partner with external vendors

Ensure design intent consistency

Verify alignment with design intent

Lead furniture selection

Manage furniture contracts

Track furniture budgets

Track furniture pricing

Collaborate with landscape architects

Set sitewide design direction

Approve finish selections

Establish design narrative

Communicate design narrative

Align design with branding

Align design with signage

Align design with logos

Align design with color palettes

Develop interior drawings

Develop millwork details

Develop building guidelines

Develop MEP specifications

Partner with pool designers

Define pool design direction

Select pool finish materials

Create design vision for fitness centers

Review fitness center layout

Coordinate fitness center plans

Coordinate design documentation

Maintain design documentation

Align design intent with cost

Align design intent with scope

Align design intent with budget

Produce construction documents

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner with Investments; Partner with Cortland Build; Partner with Architecture; Collaborate with landscape architects; Partner with pool designers; Collaborate with Marketing; Collaborate with Cortland Build teams; Collaborate with Architecture teams

Communication Scope

Written communication; Verbal communication; Visual communication

Process & Methodology

Project management, Budget tracking, Schedule management

Full Job Description

At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment. Role Overview As the Interior Designer, you’ll lead and execute the endtoend design vision for acquisitions, renovations, and special projects across a multimilliondollar portfolio of multifamily apartment communities. You’ll translate creative concepts into cohesive, buildable, and brandaligned environments that elevate both resident experience and asset value. Design Vision Develop renovation and reconfiguration concepts that optimize unit layouts, functionality, and flow Design model units, including furniture selection, purchasing, budget management, delivery coordination, installation oversight, and Care Binder creation Partner with Investments, Cortland Build, Architecture, and external vendors to ensure design intent is consistent across interiors and exteriors Review shop drawings and submittals to verify alignment with approved design intent Lead furniture selection, contracts, budget tracking, and installation across projects Collaborate with in‑house landscape architects to set sitewide design direction and approve finish selections Design Standards Select finishes and materials that reflect current and emerging design trends Establish and communicate a clear design narrative to ensure cohesive, on‑brand environments Collaborate with Marketing to align design direction with branding, signage, logos, and color palettes Develop interior drawings, millwork details, building guidelines, and MEP specifications Partner with pool

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