Senior Designer & Sales Professional

ABOUT POOLS BY DESIGN

Since 2009, Pools by Design has been Southern Arizona’s leader in luxury pool and outdoor living environments. Our reputation is built on exceptional design, uncompromising quality, and a customer experience that sets the benchmark for the industry. Our team of designers, project managers, and construction professionals share a unified mission—to deliver the outdoor living spaces our clients dream of, with excellence in every detail.

THE ROLE

The Senior Designer & Sales Professional is responsible for generating new business, designing premium outdoor living spaces, and guiding clients through the full sales process with expertise, confidence, and relationship-first professionalism.

This is not an entry-level role. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of professional sales and design experience in the pool, landscape, or outdoor living & construction industry, demonstrates strong technical and design acumen, and thrives in a performance-driven environment.

We are looking for a true hunter—someone with the “eye of the tiger,” who takes ownership of their success, actively builds their own pipeline, and values long-term client relationships over transactional selling.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Sales & Business Development

• Proactively build and manage a strong pipeline of qualified prospects through daily/weekly prospecting activities, referrals, relationship networks, and self-generated lead activity.
• Drive the full sales cycle from initial client engagement through contract signing and handoff to construction.
• Demonstrate strong value-based selling skills-educating clients on quality, craftsmanship, and long-term value rather than competing on price.
• Deliver clear, professional proposals and articulate all design, pricing, and project elements with accuracy and confidence.
• Attend local networking events, builder/landscaper meetings, Chamber activities, and targeted community events to grow brand presence and referral relationships.

Design & Technical Expertise

• Design visually compelling and structurally sound pools and outdoor living spaces using Pool Studio or comparable 3D design software.
• Evaluate client properties, conduct accurate measurements, and apply technical expertise to ensure designs are functional, compliant, and buildable.
• Collaborate with drafting, engineering, and permitting teams to ensure timely and complete project submissions.
• Bring creative solutions to complex or unique site conditions.

Client Experience & Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all client interactions throughout the design and sales phase.
• Build trust through transparency, responsiveness, and educated guidance on materials, features, and construction expectations.
• Ensure a seamless transition from sales to construction via a professional, detailed handoff.
• Maintain high standards of follow-through, communication, and overall customer experience.

Performance & Team Alignment

• Meet or exceed monthly and annual sales goals related to new contracts, revenue volume, pricing accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
• Participate in team meetings, ongoing coaching, and continuous learning opportunities.
• Maintain CRM accuracy for all leads, opportunities, forecasts, and pipeline activity.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of professional sales experience in pools, landscape construction, outdoor living, home renovation, or related industries.
• Proven track record of top performance, quota achievement, and strong closing ratios.
• Demonstrated ability to self-generate leads and build strong referral networks.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to read site conditions, plans, and construction concepts.
• Proficient with 3D design software (Pool Studio preferred), Microsoft Office, and CRM platforms.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver on deadlines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Application Question(s):

• What interests you about this role at Pools by Design?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Sales: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person