Designer; Residential Design + Build

Harrell Design + Build is the leading full service Residential Design + Build company in the Bay Area. We are known for our award-winning designs, excellent construction crews and craftsmanship, our Employee-Owned company and philosophies, a proven business process with more than 35 years in business.

Full-Time | Onsite | Mountain View, CA

Join an award-winning, employee-owned Design + Build firm where your creativity, attention to detail, and passion for residential design help transform houses into homes.

At Harrell Design + Build , we're looking for a talented and detail-oriented Designer to join our collaborative Design Team. In this role, you'll work alongside experienced designers, architectural drafting specialists, and construction professionals to bring thoughtful, functional, and beautiful residential spaces to life.

From kitchens and bathrooms to whole-home remodels and additions, you'll contribute to projects from initial design concepts through construction completion, with opportunities to grow into greater project and client ownership.

As a key member of our Design Team, you will:

• Collaborate with Lead Designers to develop creative, functional, and buildable residential design solutions.
• Develop space plans, design concepts, material palettes, renderings, and client presentations .
• Research, select, and specify cabinetry, plumbing fixtures, lighting, appliances, flooring, countertops, hardware, and finishes .
• Assist with cabinetry design, specifications, pricing, ordering, and vendor coordination.
• Work closely with our CAD and Architectural Drafting teams to ensure design intent is accurately reflected in project drawings.
• Prepare and maintain detailed product selections, specifications, and project documentation.
• Participate in client meetings, design presentations, and showroom selection appointments.
• Coordinate with vendors, trade partners, and internal teams to support material sourcing and procurement.
• Attend construction site meetings and walkthroughs to help ensure design intent is carried through to completion.
• Support the organization and maintenance of our design showroom, materials library, and vendor resources.
• Take increasing ownership of assigned design scopes and client interactions as your experience develops.

Projects range from kitchen and bathroom renovations to whole-home remodels and residential additions.

We're looking for someone who is creative, detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about residential design .

• Experience in interior design, residential architecture, kitchen and bath design, or architectural drafting .
• Strong understanding of space planning, residential materials, finishes, and design principles.
• Knowledge of cabinetry, fixtures, appliances, lighting, and other residential design products.
• Ability to develop cohesive design concepts that balance aesthetics, functionality, budget, and constructability.
• Proficiency in, or ability to quickly learn:
• Chief Architect
• AutoCAD
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Project management and documentation software
• Ability to produce or coordinate design drawings, renderings, and client-facing presentations.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple project priorities and deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with clients, colleagues, vendors, and trade partners.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and willingness to learn and grow.

• Bachelor's degree or certificate in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Experience working within a residential Design +…