Design Consultant

Overview & Position Summary

This position supports the interior design process by assisting homebuyers with their design selections and ensuring choices align with product standards, budgets, and construction requirements. This role contributes to the preparation of model home selections, the maintenance of design materials, and the accuracy of documentation used throughout the design and construction process. It collaborates with cross-functional partners to resolve selection-related questions and support a smooth design experience.

Primary Responsibilities

• Guide homebuyers through the design selection process, providing information on finishes, materials, and available options
• Prepare and document design selections to ensure accuracy and alignment with operational requirements
• Maintain design samples, finish libraries, and presentation materials to support buyer appointments and model selections
• Afford to develop cohesive design palettes that reflect community standards and market trends
• Review design selections for completeness, accuracy, and feasibility
• Cook with construction, purchasing, and sales teams to answer design-related questions and clarify selection details
• Resolve design or documentation issues using prior experience and structured analysis
• Afford to support model home design preparation, including materials research and coordination with merchandising
• Provide guidance or assistance to entry-level design or support team members

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in interior design or related professional disciplines, or equivalent experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional education
• Experience supporting interior design development, documentation, or coordination activities
• Experience working within established processes and standards under moderate supervision

Preferred

• Additional experience in residential or customer-facing interior design environments
• Broad knowledge of interior design workflows, systems, and tools
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally within design or operational teams

Skills & Competencies

• Broad knowledge of interior design principles, materials, finishes, and residential product standards
• Strong customer service and communication skills to support buyer interactions
• Ability to review, interpret, and document design selections accurately
• Strong problem-solving skills using prior experience and analytical evaluation
• Proficiency with design documentation tools and standard office software
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple appointments, tasks, and deadlines
• Ability to maintain organized design materials and showroom environments
• Skill in collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve design or selection issues

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in a design studio or office environment with occasional visits to model homes or construction sites
• Limited travel may be required to support design reviews, coordination meetings, or community needs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position during buyer appointments or administrative tasks
• Ability to move within showroom and office environments, including accessing displays and samples
• Ability to review design materials, finishes, and documentation
• Ability to lift or move design samples or materials up to moderate weights
• Ability to operate computers, design tools, and standard office equipment

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Competitive Compensation
• Health & Wellness
• Financial Future
• Time Off
• Insurance & Protection

Exclusive Perks & Discounts

• Homeownership & Financing
• Pet Insurance