What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Designer position at bowa?
We’re seeking a talented and experienced Designer to join our high-performing team at a premier luxury residential design/build firm. This role is ideal for a professional with 3–5 years of experience in an interior design, architecture, or design/build environment who thrives in a collaborative team environment and client-focused setting.
As a Designer, you’ll play a key role on each project team—partnering with a Project Leader (Sales), Production Manager, and fellow designers or architects—to bring stunning home transformations to life. You’ll be responsible for guiding projects from concept to production ready plans, ensuring each detail aligns with The BOWA Classic Design/Build Process.
Your duties include, but are not limited to, schematic design, design development, holding client meetings and presentations, 3D modeling, material selection, the creation of detailed architectural drawings, and navigation of the permit submission process across various jurisdictions.
Working closely with the Design Team and other internal collaborators, you'll lead the creative development and technical execution of thoughtfully crafted, high-end residential spaces that delight our discerning clientele.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Excels at residential design and remodeling design
- Meets with Project Leaders and clients during the design process on a weekly basis from start to completion.
- Works with project team to create as-built drawings, schematic design drawings, design development drawings and presentations, permit drawings, and construction documents.
- Utilize AutoCAD for drafting floorplans, elevations, detailed plan sets.
- Sketchup for 3D modeling
- hand drawings as necessary
- Canva, Adobe Photoshop Illustrator for Presentation Boards
- Understanding of local zoning laws, environmental factors and structural issues relevant to projects
- Understanding of permitting processes within DC Metro area
- Management of Design Process for multiple projects at a time.
- Manage selections for a range of projects within given allowances and scope of work.
- Research and stay current with latest design trends (materials, finishes, fixtures, appliances, etc.)
- Work with client, including but not limited to, showroom visits, providing samples, providing resources, etc.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
We’re looking for a talented and driven individual who brings both creativity and precision to their work. Our ideal candidate has:
- Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture from an accredited University.
- True passion for residential design and a strong understanding of the remodeling process
- Selections experience and vendor knowledge
- Design/Build Experience is a bonus!
- A collaborative spirit—someone who enjoys being part of a tight-knit, high-performing team
- Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and strong creative problem-solving skills
- Experience supporting all phases of a project, from concept through construction.
- A balance of independent drive and the ability to take direction and contribute within a team
- Excellent attention to detail and love for the nitty gritty details which make each project authentic.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and keep projects moving according to a projected schedule
- Desire to grow within a dynamic design/build environment
Technical Skills:
- High Proficiency in AutoCAD for architectural plans
- High Proficiency in SketchUp for 3D modeling
- Comfort with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Graphic design skills, including familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
- Adobe Acrobat
- Canva
- Rendering software experience is a bonus.