Remodel Designer with our Design + Build Company

Remodel Designer with our Design + Build Company

A great remodel isn't measured on the day it's finished. It's measured on an ordinary

Tuesday morning, when the coffee is brewing, lunches are getting packed, and everything

in the kitchen is exactly where it should be. That's the kind of moment we design for. If

you're driven by earning a family's trust, understanding how they really live, and creating a

space that makes their everyday life better for years to come, we'd love to meet you.

Why this role is different

Our designer doesn't just produce a rendering. Through the entire design phase, you'll

partner closely with our owner and with our clients, from the first conversation at the

kitchen table to a finished set of construction documents.

You'll learn how they start their mornings, where the clutter piles up, who comes over for

the holidays, and what they've been putting up with for years. Then you'll design something

that makes all of it easier. You design for both function and beauty.

When the design is complete, you'll hand it off to our Operations Manager, who leads our

Craftsmen in building it exactly as designed. You'll stay available as a resource throughout

construction, so the vision you created with the client carries all the way through to the

finished space.

About us

Since 2002, LH&R has completed more than 9,000 projects across greater Louisville, from

small repairs to whole-home remodels. Over 70% of our business each year comes from

existing clients or their personal referrals. We believe in building relationships that last well

beyond a single project.

What you'll do

Get to know the people, not just the floor plan

• Sit down with clients in their homes and listen for how they really live: their routines,

frustrations, hobbies, family and plans for the years ahead.

• Ask the questions that uncover what clients need but haven't put into words yet.

• Measure, photograph and assess existing conditions so every design starts from

reality.

Design for everyday life

• Partner with our owner on the project’s design, shaping the direction, refining the

details and making sure each project reflects LH&R's standards.

• Create space plans, elevations and 3D renderings for kitchens, baths, basements,

and whole-home remodels.

• Design around daily life: smarter storage, better light, easier flow, and spaces that

grow with the family, including aging-in-place and accessible design.

• Balance beauty, function and budget, and talk through the trade-offs honestly.

• Present designs in a way that helps clients picture themselves living in the space.

Guide clients through every decision

• Walk clients through selections (cabinetry, countertops, tile, flooring, fixtures,

lighting and finishes) so choosing feels exciting, not overwhelming.

• Meet clients at showrooms and build strong relationships with local suppliers.

• Keep selections and specs organized and current in JobTread.

Own the details that make it all come together

The beautiful rendering is the fun part. Getting a project ready to build takes a lot more, and

much of it lands on your desk:

• Take precise measurements, then check them again.

• Work through the 20th revision of a rendering with the same care you gave the first.

• Decide where every light switch, outlet and fixture goes, and why.

• Write the first draft of the scope of work based on the client’s vision.

• Keep clients on pace to make selection decisions.

• Order materials and confirm quantities, lead times and delivery dates.

• Prepare drawings and documents for permit applications.

• Plan each project so it's ready for a smooth handoff to construction.

If you find real satisfaction in getting the small things right, you'll fit in here.

Hand off the design and stay connected

• Prepare complete, accurate construction documents (drawings, specs and

selections) that leave nothing to guess.

• Walk our Operations Manager through each project at handoff, including the client's

priorities and the details that matter most to them.

• Stay available as a design resource to the Operations Manager and Craftsmen

throughout construction, helping answer questions and resolve design issues as

they come up.

• Help keep the client's vision intact so the finished space is exactly what you

designed together.

Help shape our design processes

• Help build the processes, templates and client experience for our growing design +

build division.

Who you are

• You see every client meeting as the start of a relationship, not just a project.

• You're a natural listener who builds trust quickly and keeps it.

• You design for real people and real routines, not just magazine photos.

• You're honest about cost and what's possible, and you help clients make decisions

with confidence.

What you bring

• 3+ years designing residential remodels, ideally kitchens and baths, at a design-

build firm, remodeler, showroom or design studio.

• Skill with a residential design program such as Chief Architect, SketchUp, 2020

Design or AutoCAD, including 3D renderings.

• Working knowledge of residential construction and how design choices affect cost

and schedule.

• A portfolio of completed residential projects.

• Strong organization across multiple active clients and projects at once.

• Experience with JobTread or another construction management platform.

• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation for visits around the Louisville

area.

Nice to have

• Degree or certificate in interior design, architecture or a related field.

• NKBA (AKBD or CKD) or CAPS certification, or progress toward one.

What we offer

• Competitive pay: salary + bonus commensurate with experience

• Health, dental and vision insurance

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Retirement plan / 401(k) match

• Mileage reimbursement and phone stipend

• The chance to own the design from the first conversation through construction

documents, then see it built as designed

• A stable company with almost 25 years in Louisville and a steady flow of remodel

projects

• A seat on a growing team where your ideas shape how we serve clients

How to apply

Submit your resume and portfolio (a link or PDF) in LinkedIn. If you have difficulty submitting

your portfolio, you can email it to [email protected].

Louisville Handyman & Remodeling is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be

considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

national origin, age, disability or veteran status