Workplace Design Consultant

Employee Relations Associates, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k)

Holiday pay

Job summary

Employee Relations Associates, Inc. seeks a Workplace Design Consultant to blend design expertise with business development. You will engage clients directly, translate needs into design concepts, and grow an active sales portfolio.

The role emphasizes relationship-building with architects and facility managers, with opportunities for commission and long-term career growth in commercial interior design and workplace solutions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in commercial interior design, workplace design, contract furniture, architecture, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Experience with commercial furniture, space planning or workplace solutions.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, CET Designer, or similar design software.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, floor plans and design specifications.
• Strong communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable meeting with clients, presenting design solutions, and discussing project requirements.
• Interest in business development, consultative selling and account management.
• Self-motivated, outgoing and eager to develop new business relationships.

Responsibilities

• Partner with experienced workplace consultants to support and grow an established portfolio of commercial clients.
• Build relationships with customers, architects, interior designers, facility managers, and commercial real estate professionals.
• Meet with clients to understand their workplace needs, design preferences, budgets, and project timelines.
• Develop and present creative workplace solutions, space plans, furniture recommendations, and design concepts.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through networking, referrals, prospecting, and existing client relationships.
• Prepare and deliver client presentations, proposals, and project recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal design, sales and project management teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Maintain accurate customer information, sales opportunities and account activity within CRM systems.
• Take on increasing responsibility for client accounts while developing an independent sales pipeline.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Business development

Sales-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Environmental Design

Tools

AutoCAD

CET Designer

Job description

Location: Albany, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Compensation: $60,000–$85,000 base salary + commission
Industry: Commercial Interior Design | Workplace Solutions | Contract Furniture

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a creative, relationship-driven Workplace Design Consultant to join a growing organization specializing in commercial workplace solutions and interior design.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercial designer or workplace professional who enjoys working directly with clients and wants to grow their career in business development, consultative sales, and account management.

This role offers the opportunity to combine your design expertise with sales and relationship management while building a long-term career with significant earning potential through commissions and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with experienced workplace consultants to support and grow an established portfolio of commercial clients.
• Build relationships with customers, architects, interior designers, facility managers, and commercial real estate professionals.
• Meet with clients to understand their workplace needs, design preferences, budgets, and project timelines.
• Develop and present creative workplace solutions, space plans, furniture recommendations, and design concepts.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through networking, referrals, prospecting, and existing client relationships.
• Prepare and deliver client presentations, proposals, and project recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal design, sales, and project management teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Maintain accurate customer information, sales opportunities, and account activity within CRM systems.
• Take on increasing responsibility for client accounts while developing an independent sales pipeline.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in commercial interior design, workplace design, contract furniture, architecture, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Environmental Design, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Experience with commercial furniture, space planning, or workplace solutions.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, CET Designer, or similar design software.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, floor plans, and design specifications.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable meeting with clients, presenting design solutions, and discussing project requirements.
• Interest in business development, consultative selling, and account management.
• Self-motivated, outgoing, and eager to develop new business relationships.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Established Client Relationships: Work alongside experienced consultants while supporting and growing an existing customer portfolio.
• Long-Term Earning Potential: Competitive base salary with opportunities for commission and additional vendor incentives.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to expand your responsibilities in business development, sales, and account management.
• Design & Sales: Combine your creative and technical expertise with business development and relationship management.
• Professional Development: Collaborate with experienced industry professionals while building your own customer relationships and sales pipeline.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has a background in commercial interior design or contract furniture and enjoys the client-facing side of the business. You may currently be a Commercial Interior Designer, Workplace Designer, Design Consultant, or Furniture Specialist looking to transition into a more relationship-driven, sales-focused career.

We're looking for someone who enjoys connecting with people, presenting creative solutions, and developing long-term customer relationships.

If you're ready to take your design career beyond traditional project work and explore an opportunity with long-term growth and earning potential, we'd love to connect!
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