Freelance Interior Designer

About UkioUkio's mission is to empower individuals to live where they want, when they want. We do this by disrupting the traditional residential real estate market, providing fully furnished and artfully designed apartments for stays starting at one month. We remove all the hassle around finding a rental with no long‑term contracts, moving/buying furniture, security deposits, broker fees, etc., giving choice and flexibility to allow people to live where and when they want.Our cultureWe honor diversity, compassion, and honesty above all else in our team. We've already got a great mix of dedicated, collaborative, and results‑driven people and are looking for more like‑minded folks to join our team. In true startup fashion, we always embrace the unknown and grant full autonomy to our team members to act as the owners of their projects and tasks. We are creators who embrace dynamic environments and take on and build up projects from scratch. Our team is composed of everyone from foodies to athletes, adventure seekers to art buffs. We know fun, and we always have a team event on our calendars, so are you ready to join us?RoleWe are seeking a Freelance Design Project Manager to coordinate and manage the execution phase of our interior design projects in Milan, ensuring that each apartment reflects Ukio's high standards of quality and aesthetics. In this role, you will oversee each project from its earliest operational stages through to completion, supervising the setup, installation, and final preparation of the apartments. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure every detail is managed precisely, on time, and within budget. This role is ideal for a proactive, organized, and detail‑oriented professional with strong problem‑solving skills and the flexibility to thrive in a growing startup.ResponsibilitiesConduct measurements and take photos of apartments in Milan.Collaborate with internal teams to ensure an efficient onboarding of new apartments.Ensure that each apartment meets Ukio's quality standards and is fully functional for guest use.Oversee and manage project execution in alignment with design specifications and operational requirements.Track furniture deliveries and coordinate with the logistics team to guarantee smooth receipt and installation.Manage furniture return and replacement processes, when necessary.Coordinate the installation of electronic locks or arrange key copies when locks are not feasible.Supervise the installation of furniture, appliances, and large equipment, ensuring accuracy and quality.Coordinate handymen and technicians, ensuring timely completion of all work with the right materials and tools.Manage staging and oversee photoshoots to ensure apartments meet Ukio's aesthetic standards.Compile inventories and complete final checklists to confirm apartments are fully guest‑ready.About youMinimum 2 years of experience managing or coordinating interior design or residential projects (hospitality experience a plus).Background in interior design or a related field.Proficiency in design software (SketchUp, AutoCAD) preferred.Intermediate Excel skills are required.Highly organized, energetic, and detail‑oriented.Excellent communication skills in Italian and English (Spanish language is a plus).Ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining high‑quality standards.Flexible, resilient, and comfortable with change and ambiguity.Confident working in cross‑functional teams and in a fast‑paced startup environment.Ukio's culture promotes and values each individual's contribution. Diversity and inclusion, it's a big topic for us, as such we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio‑economic background, religion and/or belief.We look forward to receiving your applicationSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeFull‑timeJob functionDesignIndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting#J-18808-Ljbffr