Lead Designer

Position Overview

This position requires a self-starter who is motivated to succeed. Our award winning remodeling & design firm is growing, and our ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, adaptable to change and able to juggle multiple projects at once. Attention to detail, extensive remodeling experience, comfort with technology and superb communication skills are a must for this role. This is a full-time opportunity. Compensation: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year. Work location: In person.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet with potential clients in conjunction with our remodel team to review our process and provide a Design & Remodeling Agreement for review.
• Work with clients who sign a design contract to design kitchen, bathroom, and full home remodeling projects.
• Create a full design pack including as-built drawings, design/construction drawings (2D/3D), material selection boards, and detailed notes for our remodel team.
• Collaborate individually with clients on materials, appliance, and fixture selections.
• Present final design to clients at our showroom for sign off.
• Work with the remodel team during the pre-construction phase to review all design-related items and answer questions.
• Conduct weekly site meetings to ensure design and construction are in sync.
• Close out projects upon completion, coordinate with homeowners, and schedule relevant photographs.

Required Qualifications

• Proficiency in 2020 Design, Chief Architect, or similar design software with the ability to create construction plans and high-end digital renderings.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture and/or Interior Design – OR equivalent working knowledge in a similar field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Expertise with sales and design technology such as cloud-based CRMs, design software, and rendering software.
• Minimum of 5 years in-home or retail interior design client consultation experience.
• Ability to visualize layout, space planning, and overall design development, focusing on kitchen, bathroom, and full floor remodeling.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with an analytical view of potential complications.
• Solid understanding of the design process from concept through construction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Chief Architect Premier (or similar software).
• Knowledge of Oregon permitting, Residential Build & Zoning Codes.
• Comfortable meeting with potential clients for remodeling projects, guiding them through our process and facilitating remodeling & design agreements.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Passion for both big picture design and detailed work.
• A driven, take-charge work ethic with seamless team collaboration.
• Ability to take accurate critical measurements.
• Experience producing as-builts, design drawings, and selection boards.

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off