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Elite Remodels

Design Director &mdash; Residential Interior DesignElite RemodelsThis role is residential interior design only &mdash; kitchens, baths, and whole-home remodels. Commercial design experience alone will not be considered.Elite Remodels is a fully integrated design-build firm in Santa Barbara. Design, materials, showroom, and construction all happen in-house &mdash; which means your residential designs actually get built, by our team, to your standard.We're hiring a Design Director to lead our department, set the creative bar, and own the process from first concept to construction-ready delivery. If you're a highly creative, structured residential designer who's ready to lead &mdash; not just execute &mdash; we want to hear from you.What makes this differentYour designs are built by our own construction team &mdash; no handoff chaosReal leadership authority, not just a senior title25+ years of established reputation in Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez ValleyClear systems, defined processes, and genuine accountability at every levelDirect access to ownership and the ability to shape the departmentKey responsibilitiesLead and mentor the residential design teamOwn the design process from concept through construction-ready deliveryProduce complete, fully finished design packages before construction beginsMaintain quality control across 8&ndash;9 active projectsCoordinate directly with construction and estimatingStrengthen and enforce design systems and processesReport directly to the owner with clear updatesYou bring6+ years of residential interior design experience &mdash; remodeling specifically (required)A portfolio of completed residential remodel projects &mdash; kitchens, bathrooms, or whole-home renovations (required). Commercial portfolios will not be reviewed.Proficiency in Chief Architect, 2020, or AutoCADA leadership mindset with strong follow-through and executionAbility to run client presentations with confidence and clarityBachelor's or Associate's degree in Interior Design or related field &mdash; or equivalent experienceCompensation &amp; benefitsStarting at $138,000+ per year401(k)Relocation assistance availableIn-person | Santa Barbara, CA 93105How to applySubmit your portfolio of completed residential remodel projects (required &mdash; commercial portfolios will not be reviewed), your software proficiency list, and a brief note on why this role is the right next step for you.A short video introduction under one minute is welcome but not required.Pay: From $138,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Relocation assistance</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>What are your 3-year professional goals?</li><li>Why are you a strong fit for this leadership role &amp;</li></ul>What unique value do you bring?<ul><li> Include your software proficiency list and a brief note on why this is the right next step for you. A short video introduction under one minute is welcome but not required.</li><li>Send your portfolio of completed residential remodel projects &mdash; kitchens, bathrooms, or whole-home renovations (required). Commercial portfolios will not be reviewed.</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>High school or equivalent (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Residential Design: 6 years (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Head of Design-Interior Design-Build

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Head of Design-Interior Design-Build