Interior/Construction Designer

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for selecting and coordinating construction finishes for new builds and renovations? Z Domus Designs is looking for a driven, high-achieving expert to help shape and refine interior selections, ensuring cohesive and high-quality results. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is willing to put in the effort—through both the glamorous and not-so-glamorous parts of the job. From collaborating with builders, architects, and clients to managing the intricate details that bring a space to life, we need someone who is just as committed to the process as they are to the final product. If you're ready to build a rewarding career with us and make a lasting impact on every project, we’d love to hear from you!

Hours: FT (in studio)

Pay range: Starts at $70K

Benefits: 10 days PTO + nine major holidays and your birthday (20 days total), 401K eligible after one year, health care after a 90-day introductory period

Contract or W2:  W2

Location: Malvern, PA 

Duties and responsibilities

• Design Development: Collaborate with builders, architects, and clients to establish design concepts, focusing on finishes for floors, walls, cabinetry, countertops, lighting, and plumbing fixtures.
• Material Selection: Source and specify construction finishes that align with aesthetic goals, functional requirements, and budget constraints.
• Technical Coordination: Review architectural and construction plans to ensure compatibility of finishes with design intent, providing detailed documentation when necessary.
• Project Management: Oversee the finish selection process from concept to completion, managing timelines, approvals, and change requests effectively.
• Client Interaction: Lead design presentations, guide clients through material selection, and provide expert advice to achieve their vision.
• Vendor Collaboration: Work with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain samples, pricing, and technical information for finishes.
• On-Site Support: Conduct site visits to ensure the accurate implementation of design specifications and address challenges with the construction team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience specializing in construction finishes
• Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and industry standards
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, or similar tools
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for innovative design

What We Offer

• A team of talented designers who inherently embody the firm's five value pillars of Beauty, Achievement, Teamwork, Advocacy, and Integrity
• We hire professionals and trust them to excel without constant oversight. We believe in empowering individuals, not micromanaging them. Our team thrives on collaboration and mutual respect, keeping drama to a minimum so we can focus on delivering exceptional results
• An opportunity to work on high-end new builds and renovations
• A collaborative work environment focused on innovation, excellence, and growth
• Future career-building opportunities, working for a full-service interior design firm
• A dynamic, fast-paced work environment that combines a high volume of projects with a commitment to detailed, top-tier service
• An expanding showroom and work studio space designed to enhance client satisfaction and foster team collaboration
• We are building a team of professional, competent, and highly engaging people whose goal is to impact the lives of our clients through thoughtfully curated interior design 

Work Environment

• Functions primarily in an office, on-site at construction jobs, and/or vendor showrooms
• An open desk environment to encourage creativity and teamwork, paired with private meeting rooms for virtual calls or smaller group meetings when privacy and focus are needed
• Requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the workday
• Position demands excellent vision (with or without correction) and the ability to use fingers, hands, and arms for computer and phone work
• Occasional travel to client locations and the ability to move inventory up to 40 pounds as needed