Lead Residential Interior Designer - Design-Build Remodeling

Base Salary: $80,000 – $110,000 (DOE)Location: Seattle, WA (job sites primarily in Seattle + close-in neighborhoods)Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday (occasional schedule flex as projects require)Project Load: Typically 2–4 active projects in Design + Planning at any time (varies by phase/complexity)Portfolio required: Please include a portfolio link (website, PDF, or Instagram) with your application.About UsInnovative Home Renovations (IHR) is a design-build remodeling firm based in Northeast Seattle. We enable homeowners to transform this house into their home while feeling empowered, educated, and in control. Our highly skilled team delivers superior quality on a set schedule, for a fixed price, using a disciplined process and trusted trade partners.Position Overview We’re seeking a creative, technically strong Interior Designer who thrives in a collaborative design-build environment and loves balancing creativity with real-world execution.At IHR, Interior Designers are not just selecting finishes — they are project leaders. You will guide clients from initial vision through completion, owning the Design + Planning budget and schedule, and remaining the project lead through Build.How We Work (Team Structure & Ownership)At IHR, each remodeling team typically includes an Interior Designer, Site Superintendent, Project Coordinator, in-house Drafter, and Site Hand.OwnershipInterior Designer (Project Lead / PM): Owns the client relationship, design direction, and the project budget + schedule during the Design and Planning stages. Remains the project lead through Build.Site Superintendent (Field Lead): Owns onsite Build Stage execution and the Build Stage schedule, in alignment with the Interior Designer.Project Coordinator: Owns ordering, tracking, expediting, and logistics so the Interior Designer is not buried in procurement admin.In-house Drafter: Handles the majority of modeling; Interior Designers use Chief Architect to develop proposed plans, elevations, and renderings.You WillShape design direction from concept through constructionWork closely with homeowners in a high-touch client experienceCollaborate daily with our superintendent, project coordinator, clients, and trade partnersContribute to evolving and refining our design systemsKey Responsibilities Design Leadership (Concept → Construction)Lead client discovery to understand vision, goals, and lifestyle needsEstablish a cohesive design direction that aligns with project goals, budget, and scheduleGuide clients through key decisions via meetings, showroom visits, and site walk‑throughsDesign Development & DocumentationCreate proposed plans, space layouts, elevations, renderings, and design details in Chief Architect (or equivalent)Develop buildable design documentation (including custom millwork details as needed)Coordinate with the in-house Drafter, consultants, and trade partners to ensure design intent is documented clearly and accuratelySelections & SpecificationsRecommend and specify finishes, fixtures, cabinetry, and materials that are functional, aesthetically aligned, and within budgetDrive decisions on availability/lead times by coordinating with the Project Coordinator (who owns ordering/tracking/expediting)Interior Furnishings (as applicable)Lead or support interior furnishings scope, including furniture, lighting, rugs, textiles, window coverings, and decor, aligned with design intent and client budgetDevelop furnishings concepts and presentations; guide clients through sourcing and selection decisionsCoordinate with the Project Coordinator on procurement tracking and delivery logistics as neededSupport installation/styling and punch list for furnishings scope to ensure a polished, complete final resultBudget & Schedule Management (Design + Planning)Own the Design + Planning budget and timeline, keeping scope, selections, and documentation alignedProactively resolve issues related to cost, availability, or logistics before they impact the projectBuild Stage Partnership (Design Intent Protection)Remain the project lead through BuildPartner with the Site Superintendent on field decisions that affect design intent,…