Experienced Designer

Company Culture

WE ARE TEAM PLAYERS, WE ARE CREATIVE PROBLEM-SOLVERS, WE ARE RESPONSIVE, WE DO THE RIGHT THING, WE ARE EFFECTIVE, AND WE GO THE EXTRA MILE. We hire, review, reward, and recognize our teammates based on these characteristics, so you must share these values to be part of our team.

Monday-Friday, Business Hours.

Salary based on experience.

Design Director

Concurrently design multiple luxury remodeling projects. Assist in securing quotes for select items while working with the Estimator and one or more Consultants. Gather vendor quotes, perform applicable take-offs, and adjust design details according to client direction and investment constraints during the pre‑construction process.

• Design & Project Scope Development
• Identify and define design styling, scope of work, and project details.
• Ensure a complete understanding of the client's vision to gauge client investment tolerance and expectations, selecting appropriate products and vendors for the project.
• Document the scope of work, create necessary plans, renderings, specifications, and selection schedules to communicate the design concepts accurately and completely.
• Perform detailed take-offs for selections to ensure budgets are thorough, accurate, and all‑inclusive.
• Request and review relevant quotes and specs of selected project materials for accuracy.
• Communicate vendor lead times for specialty products.
• Project Design Schedule Management
• Maintain the schedule for design meetings, selections, and quotes to ensure timely completion.
• Attend and assist in the communication of the design to trade partners and other CROSS personnel during trade partner meetings.
• Maintain detailed client notes and project documentation to ensure a seamless handoff to Production.
• Support During Construction Phase
• Attend project handoff meetings and assist Project Managers with clarifying design details in sold projects.
• Attend project meetings when invited to ensure design details are accurately implemented during construction.
• Assist in resolving issues as they arise, ensuring selected products and design details are incorporated as planned.
• Networking & Vendor Relations
• Build relationships and communicate effectively with vendors and clients.
• Identify new vendors for selection materials and assist in the vetting process.
• Stay updated on current costs and trends for building and design materials.

• Highly organized and able to coordinate projects with the interior design staff
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and presentation skills
• Self‑motivated with an attention to detail and ability to self‑supervise/ self‑regulate
• High level of proficiency primarily in REVIT, AutoCAD, Illustrator & Photoshop
• Chief Architect: 5 years (preferred)
• Revit: 2 years (preferred)
• Interior Planning and Design
• Develop and execute design concepts for custom homes, including spatial planning and material selections.
• Understanding of current code applications and standards
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in producing interior residential construction documents for luxury remodeling projects.
• Project Assistance
• Support the Production Team in various project phases, from initial design through to final execution.
• Responsible for creating and assisting in the production of interior construction documentation and detailing
• Client Interaction
• Present design ideas and concepts to clients, ensuring their vision is accurately realized.
• Strong high‑end presentation skills
• Coordination
• Work with clients, vendors, and on‑site construction teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Ability to communicate and work well with staff and clients
• Custom Home Selections
• Curate and recommend design elements tailored to custom home projects, including finishes, cabinetry, and other features.