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Black Forest Design & Build

About the Role:We are looking for a skilled and self-directed Interior Designer with 5+ years of experience to join our design team. In this role, you&rsquo;ll be responsible for taking projects from early concept through design development and documentation, preparing them for a seamless handoff to our in-house production and construction teams.This position is ideal for a designer who is passionate about the creative process, detail-oriented, and thrives in a collaborative studio environment. You&rsquo;ll help shape the design vision and ensure all design intent and specifications are clearly communicated for execution&mdash;without managing construction oversight or team leadership responsibilities.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Collaborate with the Principal Designer on initial design concepts, space plans, and FF&amp;E palettes that reflect the client&rsquo;s goals and brand identity.</li><li>Create design presentations, material boards, and mood imagery to convey concepts effectively.</li><li>Draft detailed floor plans, elevations, lighting layouts, and cabinet drawings suitable for internal production documentation.</li><li>Prepare finish schedules, product specifications, and coordination notes for a smooth transition to the production team.</li><li>Work closely with Principal Designer, Estimator, and Production Staff to align design intent with constructibility and budget.</li><li>Attend vendor visits for material selections, active site visit checks, and occasional design reviews.</li><li>Coordinate with vendors to source and select materials, finishes, and furnishings.</li><li>Support client communication during the design phase and assist in presentation meetings as needed.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or a related field.</li><li>5&ndash;10 years of professional experience, preferably in residential or design-build environments.</li><li>Proficiency in AutoCAD or Chief Architect, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite; experience with Revit is a plus but not necessary</li><li>Proficiency with Google Office Suite Products (Drive, Sheets, Gmail, etc.) required</li><li>Strong knowledge of material applications, detailing, and space planning.</li><li>Excellent visual communication, organization, and documentation skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced studio environment.</li><li>Comfortable working independently and in close collaboration with Principal Designer and Project Managers.</li><li>Ability to work directly with clients and guide them through the selection process</li><li>Willingness to work in office with the our Design and Production team</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits<ul><li>Benefits- Paid holidays, paid vacation, and fully covered health care.</li><li>$65,000- $75000/ year plus benefits. Salary determined by the level of experience and training at the time of hire.</li><li>Mileage reimbursement for work travel</li><li>Holiday bonus</li></ul>Other Requirements<ul><li>Available and willing to work in our office located in downtown Lancaster PA, in person, 5 days a week.</li><li>As a salaried employee it is to be expected that your hours may flex between 35-45 hours per week.</li><li>You will report to two department heads and you will not have any employees reporting to you.</li><li>Weekend and evening work will not be expected</li><li>Willingness to travel to project sites, up to 1.5 hours away 2-3 times a month</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>CAD Drafting: 5 years (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Relocate:<ul><li>Lancaster, PA 17602: Relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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Experienced Residential Designer