Peacock & Company

DESIGNER/SALESPERSON

The Designer/Salesperson is responsible for gathering information from clients, designing the project and securing the commitment to proceed with the project.

They should possess refined design skills, proficiency in computer aided design software and the communication skills and experience required to ask for a sale.

The Designer/Salesperson reports directly to the Sales Manager/Lead Designer. The Designer/Salesperson is a full-time, commission-based exempt position.

Qualifications:1.- Valid Driver's License2.- Reliable Transportation3.- Neat and professional appearance4.- Proficiency in one or more design software programs (20/20, Chief Architect preferred)5.- Professional written and communication skills6.- Detail oriented

Experience:1.- High School Diploma or Equivalent required, Bachelor's Degree in Design, Architecture or related field preferred2.- Extensive knowledge of the house construction process from foundation to finish components3.- Previous design experience in the kitchen/bath or residential remodeling space4.- Previous sales experience, preferably in home construction or care

Specific Responsibilities:1.- Meet with prospective clients to review project scope and education prospective clients about our design and sales process2.- Develop initial cost assessments, in collaboration with Estimator and Lead Designer3.- Present initial cost assessments to prospective clients and secure design deposits4- Produce and present design options to clients; work with clients to select all fixtures and finish materials5.- Coordinate project site visit with Estimator, Senior Project Manager and Trade Partners/Subcontractors to review current conditions and incorporate feedback into design and proposal6.- Develop a project job cost and detailed fixed price proposal with input from Estimator7.- Secure client commitment to proceed with project and collect deposit8.- Collaborate with Production Coordinator to provide necessary documentation to secure permit and prepare construction documents for production staff9.- Assist Operations Manager and Project Manager in scheduling a startup meeting with Client prior to project start10.- Support Project Manager and Operations Manager during construction period by providing input to design challenges, securing design related change order approvals From clients and resolving client concerns regarding any design related aspects of the construction process11.- Schedule and complete a mid-point walkthrough with the client

12.- Schedule a final walkthrough with client at the completion of the project to review customer satisfaction, warranty policy and collect final payment

13.- Understand and comply with all company policies14.- Understand and comply with all safety guidelines15.- Maintain positive customer, fellow employee and public relations

Tools Required:Basic tools to measure a job site - tape measure, laser measure, etc.

Work Hours and Schedule:The Designer/Salesperson is a full-time, exempt position with a compensation based on commission. The hours will vary based on work requirements, but generally will be 40 hours a week between the hours of 8am to 4:30pm.

Physical Requirements:The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.1.- Duties require ability to perform physically demanding work on a consistent basis, including lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds.2.- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus without color-blindness.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance