Designer

Designer – Custom Built (Okemos, MI)

Full-time | Hourly | Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm

About Us

Custom Built is a growing design and remodeling company serving homeowners across the region. Every project runs through our Proven Process and is guided by three Remarkable Principles: Trustworthy Guide, Professional Experience, and Creative Solutions. We work hard to deliver for our clients, and we have fun doing it. Our team brings a joyful attitude to the job, celebrates wins together, and enjoys the people they work alongside. We're looking for a Designer who wants to turn clients' ideas into beautiful, buildable spaces and grow with us.

The Role

As a Designer, you'll take clients from first inspiration to final construction plans. You'll build mood boards, design floor plans for kitchens, baths, additions, outdoor living spaces, and whole-home remodels, walk clients through material selections, and produce complete construction drawings and 3D renderings in Chief Architect. You'll work closely with our Project Development Advisors and Design Team Lead, and stay involved as projects move into construction.

What You'll Do

· Create design concepts, 3D renderings, and final construction plans in Chief Architect

· Lead design and alignment meetings with clients

· Guide clients through selections: cabinets, tile, flooring, lighting, fixtures, and furnishings

· Take field measurements and attend on-site meetings

· Work with suppliers on special-order pricing

· Keep clients and teammates informed at every phase so projects stay on schedule

What You Bring

· Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Fine Arts, or a related field

· 2–5 years of design experience in residential construction or remodeling

· Chief Architect or similar CAD software, plus Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Office

· Solid understanding of space planning, construction methods, building codes, and ADA requirements

· Kitchen and bath design certification (or willingness to earn it within your first two years)

· A self-starter who's detail-oriented, calm under pressure, and great with clients

Physical Requirements

Primarily office-based, with regular visits to job sites (dust, noise, and some reaching/stretching while measuring). Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs occasionally and travel within the region

Pay & Benefits

· $25–$35/hour, based on experience

· Health insurance, with Custom Built covering 90% of employee premiums

· 401(k) with up to a 4% company match

· Company-paid life insurance, plus short- and long-term disability

· Dental and Vision

· 80 hours PTO plus paid holidays

· Ongoing coaching and professional development

To Apply: Submit your resume and a portfolio showing your residential design work.

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $35