Now Hiring - Architectural Design Sales Consultant in Itasca, IL

We are searching for a skilled sales person with an architectural or interior design background who can creatively design residential construction projects, determine project costs with our proprietary estimating software, and then present and sell the projects to prospective clients. This position has unlimited earning potential in a structured, team-oriented environment with on-the-job training and support that focuses on interior design, architectural design, and presentation skills.

Design First Builders offers a competitive compensation plan (large commission opportunities with a draw plan and bonus incentives), ongoing training, a vehicle allowance, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401K, paid time off and tremendous growth opportunity!

Responsibilities Include:

• Meet with prospective clients to discuss their project goals and needs.
• Properly represent our company, process, and client benefits.
• Offer creative and strategic solutions for their project wants and needs.
• Develop preliminary design drawings using an architectural design software (Chief Architect).
• Define the scope of work and determine project pricing using a proprietary estimating software.
• Sell at or beyond set goals for volume & profitability.

Requirements Include:

• Interest or affinity for working in the home design, architecture, or construction industry.
• Personable and charismatic, with an interest in developing relationships with clients to design home solutions.
• Some successful sales experience is a plus
• Creative and strategic problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to multi task, work independently and handle multiple projects/clients
• Preferred knowledge of Chief Architect, or other CAD based software
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (including (Excel), and willingness to learn our CRM and Project Management software

Design First Builders is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of the individual’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Work Location: In person