Lead Luxury Outdoor Living Designer

Creative Environments Dsn & Ldscp; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Environments in Tempe, AZ is seeking a lead Designer to guide vision into a finished outdoor-living build, working from first conversations through confident decisions that reflect our standards. You will blend inspired design with constructability and maintain close client contact through every phase.

This full-time, on-site role offers commission-based earnings tied to performance; no guaranteed earnings are provided, with compensation discussed during interviews.

Qualifications

• Experience leading client-facing conversations in a consultative or relationship-driven environment.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication.
• Proven ability to carry work from concept to completion.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic setting.
• Sound judgment when requirements or client needs change.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Lead client conversations from initial engagement through decision-making, using design to support clarity, trust, and forward progress.
• Create visually compelling design solutions that align with Creative Environments standards and support client decision-making.
• Use CRM systems to document client interactions, manage leads, and maintain accurate records.
• Translate client vision, preferences, and goals into clear, buildable design concepts balancing creativity, constructability, and budget.
• Select materials, fixtures, and finishes consistent with approved design intent, project scope, and financial parameters.
• Ensure design documentation and selections are complete and appropriate prior to construction handoff.
• Communicate with clients throughout the project lifecycle to support understanding, alignment, and expectation management.
• Assist clients in evaluating options related to scope, timing, and cost to support informed decisions.
• Remain involved during construction to support alignment between approved designs and field execution. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support coordination, documentation, and issue resolution.
• Participate in site visits and milestone reviews to observe progress and address questions or concerns.
• Uphold Creative Environments quality standards through disciplined attention to accuracy, documentation, and follow-through.
• Address payment-related questions or issues with clients in a professional, solutions-oriented manner, maintaining trust and alignment while supporting timely resolution in accordance with company policies.

Skills

Client-facing conversations

Clear communication

Ownership & accountability

Multitasking in dynamic environment

Professional judgment

MS Word/MS Excel/MS Outlook

CRM systems usage

Project or construction coordination

Tools

Procore

CRM systems

Job description

Creative Environments in Tempe, AZ is seeking a lead Designer to guide vision into a finished outdoor-living build, working from first conversations through confident decisions that reflect our standards. You will blend inspired design with constructability and maintain close client contact through every phase.

This full-time, on-site role offers commission-based earnings tied to performance; no guaranteed earnings are provided, with compensation discussed during interviews.