Interior Designer

gpac; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Company-provided computer, tablet, and

Travel expenses and per diem

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Designer to lead its residential design team, guiding the design process for high-end custom homes and major renovations. The role balances creativity, technical expertise, client relationships, and team development in a leadership capacity.

You will lead multiple active projects, manage design development from concept to documentation, and develop renderings, selections, and presentations for homeowners, builders, and trades.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in high-end residential design or major renovations.
• 2+ years leading designers or mentoring teams.
• Proficient in Chief Architect for renderings and documentation.
• Knowledge of cabinetry, millwork and finish carpentry principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the design team across multiple active projects.
• Oversee design process from concept through construction documentation.
• Develop high-end residential designs, renderings, selections, and presentations.
• Collaborate with homeowners, builders, architects, and trades.
• Ensure designs are visually compelling and practical to construct.
• Provide cabinetry, millwork, finish carpentry, and sequencing expertise.
• Participate in client meetings and deliver consultative design experiences.
• Visit active job sites to support project execution.

Skills

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Project management

Creative design

Tools

Chief Architect

BuilderTrend

Job description

St. Louis, MO

A premier custom home builder is seeking a Designer to lead its residential design team and oversee the design process for high-end custom homes and major renovations. This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced designer who can balance creativity, technical expertise, client relationships, and team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the design team while overseeing multiple active projects
• Manage the design process from initial concepts through construction documentation
• Develop high-end residential designs, renderings, selections, and presentations
• Collaborate closely with homeowners, builders, architects, and trade partners
• Ensure designs are both visually compelling and practical to construct
• Provide expertise in cabinetry, millwork, finish carpentry, and construction sequencing
• Participate in client meetings and provide a consultative design experience
• Visit active job sites as needed to support project execution

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of high-end residential design, custom homes, or major renovations
• 2+ years leading, managing, or mentoring designers
• Advanced proficiency in Chief Architect, including renderings and design documentation
• Working knowledge of BuilderTrend or similar construction management software
• Strong understanding of cabinetry, millwork, finish carpentry, and construction sequencing
• Portfolio demonstrating high-end residential work and technical documentation
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience + performance-based bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match on the first 3% of employee contributions
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company-provided computer, tablet, and software
• Travel expenses and per diem reimbursement when required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.