Richmond American Homes

Design Consultant

Richmond American Homes$80K — $90K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of relevant interior design or equivalent experience
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional education
  • Experience with interior design development and documentation
  • Ability to work within established processes under moderate supervision

Responsibilities

  • Guide homebuyers through the design selection process
  • Prepare and document design selections accurately
  • Maintain design samples and presentation materials
  • Assist in developing cohesive design palettes
  • Review design selections for completeness and feasibility
  • Coordinate with construction and sales teams on design questions
  • Resolve design documentation issues using analysis

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Various time-off benefits including vacation and paid holidays
  • Company-provided life and disability insurance
  • Exclusive home purchase and financing discounts
  • Pet insurance discounts
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
Full Job Description
Overview

Overview & Position Summary

This position supports the interior design process by assisting homebuyers with their design selections and ensuring choices align with product standards, budgets, and construction requirements. This role contributes to the preparation of model home selections, the maintenance of design materials, and the accuracy of documentation used throughout the design and construction process. It collaborates with cross-functional partners to resolve selection-related questions and support a smooth design experience.

 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Guide homebuyers through the design selection process, providing information on finishes, materials, and available options
  • Prepare and document design selections to ensure accuracy and alignment with operational requirements
  • Maintain design samples, finish libraries, and presentation materials to support buyer appointments and model selections
  • Assist in developing cohesive design palettes that reflect community standards and market trends
  • Review design selections for completeness, accuracy, and feasibility
  • Coordinate with construction, purchasing, and sales teams to answer design-related questions and clarify selection details
  • Resolve design or documentation issues using prior experience and structured analysis
  • Support model home design preparation, including materials research and coordination with merchandising
  • Provide guidance or assistance to entry-level design or support team members

 

Education & Experience

Required:

  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in interior design or related professional disciplines, or equivalent experience
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional education
  • Experience supporting interior design development, documentation, or coordination activities
  • Experience working within established processes and standards under moderate supervision

Preferred:

  • Additional experience in residential or customer-facing interior design environments
  • Broad knowledge of interior design workflows, systems, and tools
  • Experience collaborating cross-functionally within design or operational teams

 

Skills & Competencies

  • Broad knowledge of interior design principles, materials, finishes, and residential product standards
  • Strong customer service and communication skills to support buyer interactions
  • Ability to review, interpret, and document design selections accurately
  • Strong problem-solving skills using prior experience and analytical evaluation
  • Proficiency with design documentation tools and standard office software
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
  • Ability to manage multiple appointments, tasks, and deadlines
  • Ability to maintain organized design materials and showroom environments
  • Skill in collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve design or selection issues

 

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in a design studio or office environment with occasional visits to model homes or construction sites. Limited travel may be required to support design reviews, coordination meetings, or community needs.

 

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to remain in a stationary position during buyer appointments or administrative tasks
  • Ability to move within showroom and office environments, including accessing displays and samples
  • Ability to review design materials, finishes, and documentation
  • Ability to lift or move design samples or materials up to moderate weights
  • Ability to operate computers, design tools, and standard office equipment

Compensation

  • Base Salary: $80,000-90,000
  • FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
  • Bonus Type: Year End Discretionary

Comprehensive Benefits Package

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families: 

  • Competitive Compensation: We provide a competitive compensation structure that rewards performance and results.
  • Health & Wellness: Comprehensive coverage includes medical, dental, and vision insurance options, as well as Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
  • Financial Future: Access a 401(k) retirement savings plan.
  • Time Off: Our time-off benefits include vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and other leave types (bereavement, jury duty, FMLA, military leave).
  • Insurance & Protection: Company-provided life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage are included. An employee assistance program (EAP) is also available. 
  • Exclusive Perks & Discounts
  • Homeownership & Financing: Take advantage of exclusive home purchase and financing discounts.
  • Pet Insurance: Enjoy discounted group pet insurance rates.

About Richmond American Homes

Richmond American Homes is a homebuilder that specializes in building single-family homes. The company was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado. Richmond American Homes operates in 10 states across the United States and has built over 200,000 homes since its founding. The company is known for its quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. Richmond American Homes is a subsidiary of M.D.C. Holdings, Inc.
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