Interior Designer / Sales Consultant (High-End Construction & Remodeling)

American Society of Interior Designers, Inc; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO

Holiday pay

401(k)

Job summary

American Society of Interior Designers, Inc in San Mateo, CA is seeking an experienced Interior Designer who combines creative design with client-facing sales to drive high-end residential projects.

You will lead client consultations, present design concepts with authority, coordinate with project teams, and source custom fixtures from Bay Area vendors; a strong sales track record and mobility across San Mateo County are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years interior design experience in a design-build firm, custom home builder, or high-end residential studio.
• Demonstrated ability to close deals, upsell design services, and communicate project scope and value.
• Strong command of space planning, finishes, and construction detailing; knowledge of Bay Area styles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead initial client consultations, articulate design visions with confidence, and guide contract execution for high-end residential projects.
• Space planning, material and finish selection, cabinetry layout, lighting design, and detailing for kitchens, baths, and entire homes.
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and site supervisors to align design with budget and timelines.
• Manage client relationships from concept through completion as the primary contact.
• Source fixtures, tile, stone, cabinetry, and soft goods from Bay Area vendors.

Skills

5+ years interior design experience

Sales closure

Client presentation

AutoCAD

Rendering tools

MS Office

Tools

AutoCAD

Rendering tools

MS Office

Job description

We are a premier custom construction and remodeling firm in San Mateo, delivering exceptional design-build projects across the Peninsula. We are looking for an experienced, confident, and highly versatile Interior Designer who thrives at the intersection of creative design and client-facing sales.

In this role, you won't just draw up plans- you will lead clients through their transformation journey, presenting design concepts with authority, building trust, and converting leads into signed construction contracts.

Core Responsibilities

• Client Presentation & Sales Closure: Lead initial client consultations, articulate design visions with confidence, and actively guide clients through contract execution for high-end residential projects.
• Diversified Interior Design: Space planning, material and finish selection, custom cabinetry layout, lighting design, and architectural detail specification for kitchens, baths, whole-home remodels, and additions.
• Project Collaboration: Work directly with project managers, estimators, and site supervisors to ensure design intent aligns with budget, structural feasibility, and construction timelines.
• Client Relationship Management: Act as the trusted primary point of contact from concept through completion, managing expectations, and selections.
• Showroom & Material Sourcing: Leverage local Bay Area vendor relationships to source custom fixtures, tile, stone, cabinetry, and soft goods.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of proven interior design experience within a design-build firm, custom home builder, or high-end residential design studio.
• Sales Track Record: Demonstrated ability to close deals, upsell design services, and confidently communicate project scope and value to discerning clients.
• Design Expertise: Strong command of space planning, finish selection, and construction detailing. Knowledge of Bay Area architectural styles and Peninsula building trends is a strong plus.
• Software Proficiency: Hands-on expertise in AutoCAD, rendering tools and MS Office.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal presentation skills with an innate ability to establish instant credibility.
• Mobility: Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation for client site visits throughout San Mateo County and surrounding areas.

What We Offer

• Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000
• Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance options, paid time off (PTO), holiday pay, and 401(k).
• Culture: Collaborative, professional, and fast-paced environment dedicated to craftsmanship and exceptional client satisfaction.