Design Consultant

Heartland Builders Design Consultant Are you passionate about creating exceptional living spaces? Heartland Builders is seeking a talented Design Consultant to join our dynamic team.
Heartland Builders, established in 1997, is an On-Your-Lot Custom Builder based in Grand Rapids, MI, with plans to expand to Holland, MI.
We specialize in building on our clients' land and operate within a 75-mile radius of our offices.
Utilizing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), we have a clear vision and a strong commitment to our Core Values: Be Great At What You Do, Treat Everyone Well, Do The Right Thing, Fanatical About the Details, and Positive Energy.
We prioritize hiring, firing, and rewarding based on these values.
Learn more about us at: https://www.
heartlandbuilders.
com/ Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive support to clients in material and product selections.
Coordinate dissemination of information to clients, Heartland Builders, and trade partners during the selection process.
Coordinate with vendors, trades, and estimators to maintain current and relevant selection offerings.
Act as the point of contact throughout the selection process and actively listen to customer needs.
Ensure the Design Studio reflects current trends and relevant selection choices.
Schedule update meetings with vendors and trades for selection offering reviews.
Develop selection packages for clients and educate Heartland staff on requirements.
Meet with clients as required for selection processes and architectural design phases.
Review the client's design style and lifestyle, and provide input toward space planning and functionality.
Coordinate off-site visits to vendors with clients and provide furniture and accessory staging direction.
Document "To-Do" requests, material choices, and sketches within BuilderTrend during selection meetings.
Maintain relevant information in the company's database for each client and communicate architectural drawing changes.
Prepare Project Manager Binder and ensure proper documentation/installation drawings for clients.
Assist with marketing initiatives on Social Media, networking events, and creating vignettes with material selections for display.
Participate in product training and education opportunities and work to improve Heartland Builders processes and systems.
Qualifications: A degree in Interior Design is required.
Minimum of 5 years work experience in Interior Design or a related field.
Proficiency in reading architectural plans.
Detail-oriented with the ability to oversee the entire project.
Experience with architectural design software such as Chief Architect, AutoCAD, or SketchUp is preferred.
Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new software quickly.
Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.
Strong visualization and problem-solving abilities.
Capability to manage multiple projects while maintaining exceptional organization.
Ability to quickly establish a high level of trust and credibility with clients.
Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Ongoing training and education opportunities Opportunities for career advancement within the company Supportive and collaborative work environment aligned with our core values If you are a creative and detail-oriented professional with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences, we encourage you to apply and join our team at Heartland Builders.
Heartland Builders is an equal-opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Additional Benefits Ongoing training and education opportunities Opportunities for career advancement within the company Supportive and collaborative work environment aligned with our core values