Residential Design Lead & Creative Director

Windle Design & Construction; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Healthcare contribution

Cell phone reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Bonus opportunities

Profit-sharing opportunity

Job summary

Windle Design & Construction in West Chester, PA seeks a Lead Designer to own residential projects from concept to completion. You’ll shape the story, oversee creative direction, and guide the work across design and construction on site.

You’ll cultivate trust-based client relationships, coordinate between design and build teams, and present innovative concepts that meet budgets and timelines, ensuring every detail aligns with the client vision.

Qualifications

• Experience leading creative direction for residential projects from concept to completion.
• Ability to cultivate strong, trust-based client relationships guiding design decisions.
• Proven track record coordinating between design and construction teams to maintain design integrity.
• Skill in developing and presenting innovative and practical design concepts.
• Experience in managing project timelines and budgets to ensure quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative direction of residential projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with client visions and company standards.
• Cultivate strong, trust-based relationships with clients, guiding decisions with clarity and confidence.
• Coordinate between design and construction teams to preserve design integrity throughout build.
• Develop and present innovative, practical design concepts tailored to client needs.
• Manage project timelines and budgets to meet milestones without compromising quality.
• Collaborate with clients to translate needs into functional, aesthetically pleasing designs.
• Oversee selection of materials and finishes meeting design specs and budget constraints.

Skills

Creative direction

Client relationships

Design-build coordination

Project leadership

Budget & timeline management

Job description

Windle Design & Construction in West Chester, PA seeks a Lead Designer to own residential projects from concept to completion. You’ll shape the story, oversee creative direction, and guide the work across design and construction on site.

You’ll cultivate trust-based client relationships, coordinate between design and build teams, and present innovative concepts that meet budgets and timelines, ensuring every detail aligns with the client vision.