Project Designer

Position Title: Project Designer

Manager’s Position: Senior Design Lead

Result Statement: I am accountable for producing the following result:

To assist in the retention of long-term, quality clients through the design and development of thoughtful, buildable plans that align with our marketing message, exceed client expectations, and prepare projects for successful permitting and execution.

Tactical Work:

1. Communicate with clients to understand their needs, motivations, lifestyle, and budget

2. Translate client vision into detailed design concepts that are aesthetically pleasing, functional, and feasible

3. Develop detailed construction drawings and 3D renderings to communicate design intent

4. Review and coordinate all design documentation, including Title 24, structural, and CalGreen requirements

5. Collaborate with Pre-Construction and Project Managers through the full design cycle

6. Ensure design plans are code-compliant and ready for permit submittals

7. Submit, track, and manage the permitting process from start to approval

8. Review consultant drawings and coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, and city planning departments

9. Use Chief Architect and/or AutoCAD to produce accurate plans and revisions

10. Maintain accurate daily reports, project notes, and client communications

11. Attend weekly design pipeline meetings and communicate status updates

Standards: Quantity, quality, and behavior standards for which this position is accountable:

Position Specific:

1. Guide clients through the entire pre-construction process with professionalism and clear communication

2. Maintain a steady flow of design deliverables aligned with construction timelines and scope

3. Ensure all designs reflect city regulations, site-specific conditions, and buildability

4. Act as the final authority on all design-related decisions for assigned projects

5. Develop positive relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and internal teams

6. Stay up to date with current design trends, building codes, and permit requirements

7. Organize and maintain design files, reference materials, and specification documentation

8. Represent the company with professional attire and conduct in all homeowner and consultant interactions

9. Minimum of 40 hours/week with prompt, reliable attendance during scheduled workdays

Company Wide:

1. All work will be performed according to company policies and standards, in the spirit of the company’s vision

2. All work will be orchestrated and quantified when appropriate

3. All telephone calls, both internal and external, will be returned within two hours whenever possible, and within one business day at the latest

4. All proprietary company information will be held as strictly confidential outside the company

5. Immediate manager will be notified of any issues that cannot be resolved, or deadlines that cannot be met, within a reasonable time frame and before the deadline has arrived

6. Immediate manager will be notified of any issues that cannot be resolved, or deadlines that cannot be met, within a reasonable time frame, and before the deadline has arrived.