🎨 Bring Dream Homes to Life - Join Alpha Design Build as a Residential Designer!


Job Title: Designer - Kitchen/Bathroom/Basement Remodeling
Company Name: Alpha Design+Build
Salary Range: Earn up to 70k, 20 hours per week, part-time
Industry: Residential Construction and Remodeling
Location: Ann Arbor, MI

Job Overview
Alpha Design+Build is seeking a Residential Designer as a part-time independent contractor to join our growing team. This is not just a design role - it's a dynamic blend of sales, creativity, and client collaboration. You'll be the face of our company for new clients, guiding them through the exciting journey of home transformation with confidence and care. Your designs will help shape the lifestyles of families throughout Southeast Michigan.

If you're a detail-driven, creative, customer-focused, and experienced design professional with a passion for residential remodeling and top-tier client service, we'd love to hear from you!

Who We Are
Since 1989, Alpha Design+Build has been transforming homes and enhancing lives through personalized design and superior craftsmanship. Based in Ann Arbor, we specialize in residential design/build new homes and remodeling including kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and additions. Our culture is collaborative, flexible, and built on decades of trust, respect, and a shared commitment to excellence. As we grow, we offer leaders the unique opportunity to influence both company structure and industry impact.

Learn more at: www.alphadesignbuild.com

 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Create engaging and highly functional residential designs using Chief Architect or similar software.
• Guide clients through the design process with professionalism, empathy, and creativity.
• Prepare proposals and collaborate with the construction team to ensure project feasibility.
• Contribute to company sales goals through effective consultative selling.
• Present design concepts and product options that align with client budgets and preferences.
• Maintain a deep knowledge of cabinetry, countertops, flooring, and current design trends.
• Maintain clear communication with clients, team members, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Participate in company meetings when required.
• Travel locally for site visits and client consultations as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in interior design, architecture, or related field or equivalent experience in professional design.
• Focus is on interior design, sales, and kitchen/bath experience.
  
• Minimum of 3 years of residential design experience.
• Proficiency in Chief Architect is a must. Alpha+Design Build will provide the designer with a subscription to this program and technology support.
• Strong understanding of residential construction materials and layout planning.
• Customer-centric with strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Tech-savvy with experience in CRM and project management tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work occasional evenings/weekends based on client availability.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally.

Benefits

• Compensation & Performance Perks:
  • Salary + Commission
  • Project completion bonuses

Work Schedule

• Part-time, 20hrs/week

Work Location

• Remote or office-based at your option.
• Ability to hold client meetings in our Ann Arbor, MI office.

Note: When selected for an interview, an assessment will be required to ensure that computer skills are a match.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate creativity, collaboration, and diversity. At Alpha Contracting, everyone is treated like family - with respect, appreciation, and support to grow. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, genders, and walks of life to apply.

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