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RFP Specialist
Business Development Chicago, IL
Position Summary
The Gettys Group is seeking a highly organized, detail-driven Business Development Operations Specialist to lead the end-to-end development of proposals and pursuits across our studios—Interior Design, Branding, and Procurement.
This role is central to how we show up to clients. You will manage the full RFP lifecycle—from intake through final submission—ensuring every response is thoughtful, strategic, visually compelling, and aligned with the Gettys brand.
You’ll partner closely with Business Development, Design, Branding, and Procurement teams to bring our story to life in a way that is both structured and inspiring. If you love balancing precision with creativity—and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment—this role is for you.
Responsibilities
Act as a central point of coordination—keeping teams focused, accountable, and moving forward
Own the full RFP lifecycle from receipt through submission across multiple pursuits
Create polished, client-facing proposals that reflect Gettys’ brand and storytelling
Track and maintain pursuit data to support reporting, performance analysis, and future business development strategy
Manage pursuit workflows, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are aligned
Ensure materials are current, organized, and easily accessible
Identify opportunities to improve RFP workflows and efficiency
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
1+ year of experience in RFPs, proposals, or related work (design, architecture, hospitality, procurement, or similar industries preferred)
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
Strategic thinker who can translate ideas into compelling, client-ready materials
Experience with Monday.com, Adobe Creative Suite, or Figma is a plus
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Coordinator
Procurement Chicago, IL
Position Summary
The Procurement Coordinator supports hospitality design and procurement projects from concept through completion by coordinating sourcing, purchasing, vendor communication, and order execution. This role is essential to maintaining strong supply chain operations, ensuring project timelines are met, and helping deliver seamless projects with accuracy, efficiency, and exceptional service.
Responsibilities
Support parts of or an entire project depending on scope in conjunction with team leadership
Maintain and update project timelines relating to purchasing scope of work
Assist in negotiating pricing and lead time for products
Understand specification translation for the purposes of bidding, budgeting and issuing Purchase Orders
Collect administrative documents during the close out process, such as warranty, flame certificates and cleaning information
Manage communications with freight forwarding / logistics companies, ensuring delivery of product and resolving outstanding issues
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree – Business/Supply Chain or Hospitality major desired.
Entry Level - 0-2 years of professional experience preferred.
Existing knowledge base or ability to quickly immerse oneself in the Hospitality FF&E and OS&E categories
Strong PC skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and proven ability to create and maintain analytical reports in Excel
Attention to detail with a numbers-oriented mindset
Organized and thorough work style with emphasis on time management
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Software Developer – Contract
Development Remote
Position Summary
We are seeking a Contract Software Developer to support the development of an internal, AI-enabled platform focused on enhancing renovation planning and procurement workflows within the hospitality space. This role will work closely with a cross-functional team of design, procurement, and technology leaders to bring new digital capabilities to life. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, moves quickly, and is excited by the intersection of AI, data, and real-world application.
Responsibilities
Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of a proprietary internal platform
Build and integrate features that support workflow automation, data structuring, and intelligent recommendations
Design, develop, and manage cloud-based infrastructure and databases (e.g., AWS, Azure), ensuring systems are scalable, secure, and well-integrated
Support and lead integration efforts across multiple systems, APIs, and tools
Leverage AI tools and technologies to enhance system capabilities and accelerate development
Develop scalable, maintainable, and secure code
Participate in rapid prototyping and iterative development cycles
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions
Requirements
Proven experience as a software developer (contract or full-time), ideally in fast-paced or startup-like environments
Proficiency in modern programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar)
Hands-on experience with AI-enabled development tools and/or integrating AI into applications (required)
Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar), including database architecture, setup, and system integration
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience working with APIs, integrations, and distributed systems
Experience working on platform or product development from early stages
Practical understanding of how AI can enhance workflows—not just technically, but operationally
Interest in design, construction, or procurement industries is a bonus
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Project Manager – Contract
Interior Design Chicago, IL
Position Summary
We are looking for a dynamic Project Manager to join our team at The Gettys Group as a contractor. This role is crucial in driving the successful execution of creative projects and elevating the overall client experience. This role requires someone with a collaborative mindset and a passion for making things happen.
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day project coordination across all phases, ensuring deliverables meet quality standards, timelines, and budgets.
Collaborate closely with clients, vendors, consultants, and internal design teams to move projects forward efficiently.
Support design leadership by organizing project schedules, meeting agendas, and documentation.
Review, mark up, and coordinate drawings and design documents using AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Figma, Enscape, and Specsources.
Serve as liaison between design, branding, business development and procurement teams, ensuring smooth communication and information flow.
Oversee FF&E coordination and vendor communications, including sample requests and approvals.
Maintain and update project libraries and digital resources.
Assist with training and mentoring design assistants and interns on project workflows.
Contribute to project presentations, design packages, and client deliverables.
Requirements
3-5 years of project or program management experience, ideally within a creative agency, in-house team, or similar environment.
Proven experience leading creative projects and managing project budgets.
Experience in hospitality, branding, or hotel design projects is a strong plus.
PMP or other project management certification is a bonus, but not required.
Deep organizational skills with high attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills, able to work cross-functionally and at all organizational levels.
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Passion for design and empowering creative teams.
A clear communicator who can articulate creative vision and project logistics effectively across teams.
A self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and an ability to see the big picture while managing the details.
Able to stay calm and organized under pressure, managing competing priorities without sacrificing quality.
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Senior Project Designer
Prototypical Design Chicago, IL
Position Summary
The Senior Project Designer designs, manages and performs within a design team in a self-directed manner in all aspects of the Interior Design process including preparation of materials, schematic design, design development, contract documentation, and construction of administration activities within an established budget with specific scheduling, site and programmatic requirements. Senior Project Designers lead design scope on entire projects in conjunction with the team leadership.
Responsibilities
Advanced oral presentation skills; able to participate in client presentations and workshops
Demonstrates collaborative and professional work ethic
Complete comprehensive project tasks efficiently in a prescribed time frame with very minimal feedback/redlines from team leadership
Willing and able to manage client and brand relationships
Ability to lead one or more project teams
Requirements
Bachelor/Master Degree in Interior Design or Architecture from a CIDA-accredited or NAAB-accredited program
Minimum 8 years of post-graduate professional Design experience, preferably within the hospitality industry
Advanced experience with construction materials/finishes and FF&E specifications/providers
Advanced graphic and presentation skills in AutoCAD (current release preferred), InDesign, Photoshop and SketchUp
Ability to manage and complete project tasks in accordance with project schedules
Direct project team to produce design documents that meet brands’ submittal standards
Provide design direction in accordance with brand-specific standards and guidelines
Advanced project management ability to plan and oversee project tasks in accordance with contract and project fee
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