Lead Kitchen and Bath Designer

Northbay Kitchen & Bath; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Professional Development Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Commission on cabinetry sales

Job summary

Northbay Kitchen & Bath is seeking an experienced Lead Kitchen & Bath Designer to own luxury residential projects from concept to completion. You will design beautiful, functional spaces and guide clients through design and purchasing with premium cabinetry and finishes.

Role involves on-site measurements, detailed cabinetry layouts, and close coordination with our construction team to deliver exceptional client experiences. Strong sales and presentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Kitchen & Bath design experience (5+ years preferred)
• Interior Design Degree
• Experience designing custom kitchens and bathrooms
• Proficiency with 20/20 Design Software
• Experience creating cabinetry layouts and placing cabinetry orders
• Experience performing field measurements
• Strong understanding of residential remodeling and construction
• Excellent communication and client presentation skills
• Strong consultative sales ability
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Responsibilities

• Meet with homeowners to understand their vision, goals, lifestyle, and budget.
• Conduct on-site field measurements for kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects.
• Design functional and visually stunning kitchen and bathroom layouts.
• Create detailed cabinetry designs using 20/20 Design Software.
• Develop permit-ready design drawings.
• Guide clients through selections including cabinetry, countertops, plumbing fixtures, tile, flooring, finishes.
• Present design concepts and revisions to clients.
• Prepare project estimates and cabinetry orders.
• Coordinate closely with our in-house construction team throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build long-term relationships that generate repeat business and referrals.
• Stay current on industry trends, products, and design innovations.

Skills

Client communication

Project management

Consultative sales

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Creative design

Education

Interior Design Degree

Tools

20/20 Design Software

AutoCAD

Chief Architect

SketchUp

Job description

Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Onsite

Design Exceptional Kitchen & Bath Spaces. Build Lasting Client Relationships.

Northbay Kitchen & Bath is an award-winning luxury design-build showroom specializing in high-end residential kitchen and bathroom remodels throughout Sonoma County. Our team partners with homeowners from the initial design consultation through product selection and construction, creating beautiful, functional kitchen & Bath spaces that reflect each client's lifestyle.

We’re looking for an experienced Lead Kitchen & Bath Designer who combines strong design expertise with outstanding client relationship skills. This is an opportunity to take ownership of luxury residential projects from concept through completion while working with premium cabinetry lines, high-end finishes, and a collaborative construction team.

What You’ll Do

As our Lead Kitchen & Bath Designer, you’ll guide homeowners through one of the biggest investments they’ll make in their home. You’ll combine creative design, technical expertise, and relationship-building to deliver an outstanding client experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Meet with homeowners to understand their vision, goals, lifestyle, and budget.
• Conduct on-site field measurements for kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects.
• Design functional and visually stunning kitchen and bathroom layouts.
• Create detailed cabinetry designs using 20/20 Design Software.
• Develop permit-ready design drawings.
• Guide clients through selections including:
• Cabinetry
• Countertops
• Plumbing fixtures
• Tile
• Flooring
• Finishes
• Present design concepts and revisions to clients.
• Prepare project estimates and cabinetry orders.
• Coordinate closely with our in-house construction team throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build long-term relationships that generate repeat business and referrals.
• Stay current on industry trends, products, and design innovations.

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for someone who enjoys working directly with homeowners and has the confidence to lead clients through both the design and purchasing process.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of Kitchen & Bath design experience (5+ years preferred)
• Interior Design Degree
• Experience designing custom kitchens and bathrooms
• Proficiency with 20/20 Design Software
• Experience creating cabinetry layouts and placing cabinetry orders
• Experience performing field measurements
• Strong understanding of residential remodeling and construction
• Excellent communication and client presentation skills
• Strong consultative sales ability
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Interior Design degree or related education
• NKBA certification
• Experience creating permit-ready drawings
• AutoCAD or Chief Architect, sketch-up experience
• Luxury residential remodeling experience
• Experience working in a design-build environment

Who You Are

You’re someone who naturally builds trust with clients. You enjoy understanding how families live and turning their ideas into thoughtfully designed spaces.

You are:

• Consultative and relationship-driven
• Creative yet highly organized
• Detail-oriented
• Technically strong
• Comfortable balancing design with sales
• Passionate about creating exceptional customer experiences
• Award-winning luxury showroom
• High-end residential remodeling projects
• Work with premium cabinetry and luxury finishes
• Strong pipeline of incoming projects
• Creative autonomy with support from an experienced team
• Family-owned company with an excellent reputation in Sonoma County
• Opportunity to build long-term client relationships and grow your career

Compensation

• $85,000-$120,000+ base salary (depending on experience)
• Commission on cabinetry sales
• Excellent earning potential for experienced designers
• Health Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Professional Development Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Ready to Design Beautiful Spaces?

Additional Job Application Terms

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