Home Design Studio Consultant

Socket.dev; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Trico Homes in Calgary is seeking a Design Studio Consultant to guide clients through interior selections for new homes. Reporting to the Design Studio Manager, you will help clients choose products and finishes that fit their preferences and budget, coordinating with inter-office departments, field staff, and suppliers to ensure a smooth experience.

A Bachelor’s Degree or College Certificate in Interior Design is required; prior design experience and sales know-how are assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or College Certificate in Interior Design is required.
• Previous interior design experience is preferred.
• Previous sales experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of current trends and products in interior design.
• Ability to read blueprints is required.
• Familiarity with construction terminology is advantageous.
• Strong ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Action-oriented with the ability to meet critical timelines.
• Superior organizational and detail-oriented skills.

Responsibilities

• Guide homebuyers through the interior selection process, identifying needs, preferences, and budget parameters.
• Recommend suitable products and finishes based on client requirements, ensuring alignment with aesthetic preferences and budgetary considerations.
• Provide professional guidance on materials, colors, textures, and finishes to support informed decision-making.
• Accurately document and enter all interior selections, upgrades, quantities, and pricing into the system.
• Perform material take-offs for upgrades, such as tile, hardwood, carpet, and countertop selections, ensuring accurate estimation and ordering.
• Review all selection-related documentation for accuracy and completeness prior to homeowner approval.
• Coordinate effective communication between homeowners, internal departments, field staff, and suppliers.
• Manage homeowner expectations by clearly communicating processes, limitations, and cut-off dates inherent to a production housing model.
• Collaborate with design studio team members and cross-functional partners to support production timelines and customer experience.
• Attend preview nights as required to assist new and prospective clients through the design studio, showcasing available options and answering queries.
• Collaborate closely with the design studio team and other relevant departments, sharing insights and coordinating efforts to enhance customer experience.
• Provide ongoing support and assistance to clients throughout the design process, addressing any concerns or inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Perform various administrative tasks as needed, including scheduling appointments, organizing client files, and maintaining documentation records.
• Assist in selecting and arranging products to display in the design studio, ensuring an attractive and functional presentation of available options
• Stay updated on current trends, products, and industry developments in interior design through ongoing education and training opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty through exceptional service and personalized attention.

Skills

Interior design

Sales experience

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or College Certificate in Interior Design

Job description

Trico Homes in Calgary is seeking a Design Studio Consultant to guide clients through interior selections for new homes. Reporting to the Design Studio Manager, you will help clients choose products and finishes that fit their preferences and budget, coordinating with inter-office departments, field staff, and suppliers to ensure a smooth experience.

A Bachelor’s Degree or College Certificate in Interior Design is required; prior design experience and sales know-how are assets.