Interior Design Consultant

Westcraft Homes is hiring an Interior Design Consultant in Kalispell, MT. This hybrid position encompasses working with homebuyers on selections and design for custom builds, staging spec homes, and managing the company's Design Center. The consultant will collaborate across sales, production, purchasing, design and marketing teams to ensure homes meet both client preferences and Westcraft's quality standards.

Responsibilities include the following:

• Guide buyers through interior and exterior selections at the Design Center, covering cabinetry, flooring, countertops, tile, paint, lighting, plumbing fixtures and hardware
• Design and create layouts for counters, cabinets, tile, windows, doors and closet arrangements
• Build sample packages to help clients understand their choices for plumbing, lighting, cabinets, counters and hardware
• Handle change orders through sales and production with proper documentation
• Provide design guidance on construction sites for both buyers and production teams
• Manage interior selections for spec homes from planning through completion, staying within or under budget
• Stage homes and oversee staging inventory and storage
• Prepare architectural review and HOA applications
• Maintain the Design Center, including samples, labels, price sheets, templates and pricing information
• Keep selection documentation current and accurate
• Research design trends, materials and products to stay informed
• Review pricing and budgets to control costs
• Document and maintain standard operating procedures for design processes
• Brief the production team at weekly meetings on selections and project status

Required qualifications include residential interior design experience ideally within a builder or construction company, home staging background, strong design and space planning abilities, clear communication skills and excellent customer service, organization and attention to detail, capacity to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard computer programs.

Preferred qualifications are a degree or formal education in Interior Design or related field, custom or semi-custom home experience, knowledge of residential construction methods and materials, ability to read floor plans and construction drawings, and familiarity with Chief Architect or BuilderTrend software.

The position offers 20 to 35 hours per week at $45 to $55 per hour.