Design Studio Manager

Greenstone Homes is looking for a Design Studio Manager to supervise, plan, direct and coordinate all Design Studio activities. Position Responsibilities: • Conduct pre-construction meetings by providing buyers with product information, available upgrade options, pricing information and guidance with decision making by determining needs, wants and budget limitations • Prepare accurate schematic drawing for concrete, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and flooring change order options for Purchasing Department and Superintendents • Approve design/floor plan changes as required • Distribute addendum information to Purchasing Department and Superintendent and verify all information and documents are complete and accurate • Work with Sales and Construction departments to ensure schedules are consistently met and communicated to customer • Handle special requests for custom options items from buyers and adjust pricing for non-standard items as necessary • Research new products and provide recommendations based on buyer requests • In collaboration with Sales Manager coordinate and select all design choices for model and spec homes • Coordinate selection and maintenance of showroom samples and update pricing and new products • Direct and coordinate activities of Design Studio team/staff • Interview and hire staff and oversee staff training • Responsible for departmental budget and operating expenses • Serve as customer advocate and provide customer care throughout buying process • Other duties as assigned Essential Skills and Experience: • A proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service • Interior design and sales experience preferred • Superior communications skills, both verbal and written • Proficient with computers and skilled in Microsoft Office software including MS Excel and MS Word • Excellent organization skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously • Ability to work independently with occasional supervision, assess situations and solve problems as they arise Minimum Qualifications Required: • Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Interior Design or equivalent experience • Minimum 3-5 years experience in sales, construction, customer service, interior design or related field • Minimum 1-3 years experience in Management Greenstone Homes offers salaries which are competitive and commensurate with experience. Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical, dental, vision insurance, short and long term disability. We also offer medical flexible spending accounts and paid vacation, sick and holiday. As an equal employment company, we value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to our workplace. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $60,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee discount • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Work Location: In person