Interior Designer

Windle Design & Construction; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Windle Design & Construction is seeking an experienced Interior Designer to lead residential projects from concept to completion. You will translate client visions into buildable, brand-consistent designs and partner with construction and project management teams to maintain schedule and budget.

You’ll guide design development, documentation, and on-site reviews, mentoring junior staff and ensuring attention to detail across all phases.

Qualifications

• Professional residential design experience is required.
• Experience managing projects from concept through construction.
• Proficiency in space planning, FF&E specification, and residential design documentation via Chief Architect.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for residential projects, ensuring each phase reflects the client's vision and our brand's quality.
• Develop and document design plans that seamlessly transition from concept to construction, ensuring buildability and aesthetic integrity.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, fostering trust and translating their desires into tangible design solutions.
• Collaborate with construction and project management teams to ensure designs are executed on time and within budget.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining organization and design excellence across all endeavors.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure design specifications are met and address any issues promptly.
• Stay updated on industry trends and materials to bring innovative solutions to our projects and clients' needs.

Skills

Residential design

Project management

Client communication

Space planning

On-site work

Mentoring

Attention to detail

Tools

Chief Architect

Job description

At Windle Design & Construction, we believe in creating spaces that truly resonate with the people who live in them. As an Interior Designer with us, you'll have the autonomy to lead residential projects from start to finish, leaving your unique mark on every phase. You won't just render designs; you'll bring them to life with your sharp instincts and technical expertise. You'll be the trusted design partner for clients, guiding them with confidence and creative vision.

In this role, you’ll drive design development and documentation, ensuring that ideas become a buildable reality. You'll collaborate with construction and project management teams to keep designs on track, maintaining the integrity of our brand. With a few years of residential design experience, you'll be comfortable managing client relationships and juggling multiple projects with ease. We offer a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $85,000, along with benefits like paid time off, healthcare coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and more. If you’re ready to take ownership of your work and grow into a leadership role, let's build something exceptional together.

Compensation:

$70,000 - $85,000

Qualifications

• Professional residential design experience is required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects from concept through construction.
• Proficiency in space planning, FF&E specification, and residential design documentation via Chief Architect.
• Ability to interpret construction details and coordinate with technical teams.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage shifting priorities.
• Experience mentoring or overseeing junior design staff is preferred.
• Ability to work on-site and attend required field visits.
• Core Competencies
• Project management.
• Client communication.
• Technical design documentation.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Team collaboration.
• Time management and prioritization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for residential projects, ensuring each phase reflects the client's vision and our brand's quality.
• Develop and document design plans that seamlessly transition from concept to construction, ensuring buildability and aesthetic integrity.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, fostering trust and translating their desires into tangible design solutions.
• Collaborate with construction and project management teams to ensure designs are executed on time and within budget.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining organization and design excellence across all endeavors.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure design specifications are met and address any issues promptly.
• Stay updated on industry trends and materials to bring innovative solutions to our projects and clients' needs.