Residential Designer

About the role

We're seeking a talented and experienced Designer to join our high-performing team at a premier luxury residential design/build firm.

Responsibilities

• Excels at residential design and remodeling design
• Meets with Project Leaders and clients during the design process on a weekly basis from start to completion
• Works with project team to create as-built drawings, schematic design drawings, design development drawings and presentations, permit drawings, and construction documents
• Utilize AutoCAD for drafting floorplans, elevations, detailed plan sets
• Sketchup for 3D modeling
• Hand drawings as necessary
• Canva, Adobe Photoshop + Illustrator for Presentation Boards
• Understanding of local zoning laws, environmental factors and structural issues relevant to projects
• Understanding of permitting processes within DC Metro area
• Manage Design Process for multiple projects at a time
• Manage selections for a range of projects within given allowances and scope of work
• Research and stay current with latest design trends (materials, finishes, fixtures, appliances, etc.)
• Work with client, including but not limited to, showroom visits, providing samples, providing resources, etc.

Qualifications

• True passion for residential design and a strong understanding of the remodeling process
• Selections experience and vendor knowledge
• Design/Build Experience is a bonus!
• A collaborative spirit—someone who enjoys being part of a tight-knit, high-performing team
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and strong creative problem-solving skills
• Experience supporting all phases of a project, from concept through construction
• A balance of independent drive and the ability to take direction and contribute within a team
• Excellent attention to detail and love for the nitty gritty details which make each project authentic
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and keep projects moving according to a projected schedule
• Desire to grow within a dynamic design/build environment

Skills

• High Proficiency in AutoCAD for architectural plans
• High Proficiency in SketchUp for 3D modeling
• Comfort with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Graphic design skills, including familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Adobe Acrobat
• Canva
• Rendering software experience is a bonus