Residential Interior Designer – Design-Build Remodeling

SEA Construction, Inc.; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k)

Job summary

SEA Construction, Inc. in San Mateo, CA is seeking an experienced Interior Designer who blends creative design with client-facing sales to drive high-end residential projects.

You will lead clients through their transformation journey, present design concepts with authority, and collaborate with project teams to ensure designs meet budgets and timelines.

This role leverages Bay Area sourcing, showroom relationships, and a strong portfolio of kitchen, bath, and whole-home remodels.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of interior design experience in design-build firms, custom home builders, or high-end residential studios.
• Proven ability to close deals, upsell design services, and communicate project scope and value to discerning clients.
• Strong command of space planning, finish selection, and construction detailing; knowledge of Bay Area trends is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead client consultations, articulate design visions with confidence, and guide clients through contract execution for high-end residential projects.
• Space planning, material and finish selection, custom cabinetry layout, lighting design, and architectural detail specification for kitchens, baths, whole-home remodels, and additions.
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and site supervisors to ensure design intent aligns with budget, structural feasibility, and construction timelines.
• Act as the trusted primary point of contact from concept through completion, managing expectations and selections.
• Leverage local Bay Area vendor relationships to source custom fixtures, tile, stone, cabinetry, and soft goods.

Skills

Interior design

Sales

Space planning

Construction detailing

Client presentations

Communication

Mobility

Tools

AutoCAD

Chief Architect

Revit

SketchUp

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. Looking for experience in residential remodeling, kitchen and bath design, cabinetry, finish specifications, budgets and client-presentation.

• 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, Chief Architect, Revit, Sketch Up, 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.