Design Consultant, designQ
Qualico
Provide design consulting, client selections & project coordination for home interiors.
23 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Single‑family homebuilding
Multi‑family homebuilding
Community development
Commercial development and leasing
Building materials supply and services
Property management
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Building Materials
Land Acquisition
Property Management
Community Development
Single-Family Homes
Multi-Family Homes
Role
What you would be doing
pricing coordination
design documentation
spec selections
client consultation
design packages
database management
- Working closely with the estimating team and design coordinator to ensure accurate pricing, documentation, and project tracking.
- Facilitating selections and design concept delivery for builder colour board selections.
- Documenting client selections, approvals, and changes in design software, including cutlines, redlines, detail drawings, cabinet drawings, and other supporting materials for builder and construction teams.
- Managing spec home selections, ensuring product choices align with builder standards, community guidelines, and project timelines.
- Conducting client design consultations, providing professional guidance on finishes, fixtures, and upgrades.
- Developing and presenting curated design packages that balance aesthetics, functionality, and budget for both builder brands and individual clients.
- Maintaining customer first focus and delivering exceptional, personalized client experience.
- Building strong partnerships with builders, vendors, internal teams, and colleagues.
- Addressing client inquiries or concerns in a professional and timely manner, including conducting site visits to clarify installation or product issues.
- Ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and accountability in all processes.
- Staying current on design trends and product knowledge to ensure selections align with customer preferences, lifestyles, and budgets.
- Creating trusting and successful working relationships.
- Taking responsibility for the outcomes of decisions and actions.
- Submitting quotation requests to trade partners, liaising with the estimating team for custom price requests, and communicating outcomes to clients.
- Maintaining creativity, innovation, and high design standards.
- Representing Design Q at builder launches, studio tours, and client-focused events, supporting the studio’s brand and reputation.
- Staying informed on design trends, product innovations, and client expectations.
- Maintaining and updating an accurate database for client selections.
What you bring
interior design
microsoft office
project management
3+ years
finishes
communication
- Ability to manage multiple projects and builder programs simultaneously.
- Minimum 3 years of industry experience.
- Organized, detail-oriented, adaptable.
- Post-secondary education in Interior Design or related field.
- A creative problem solver; you think outside the box for solutions without fear of failure.
- Remaining updated on builder specifications and being familiar with builder show homes.
- Satisfactory verification of criminal record check.
- A strong communicator; you clearly express your thoughts in conversation and in written communication.
- Strong knowledge of finishes, fixtures, residential construction materials, and design trends.
- Proficient using office equipment and Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Access, Teams, SharePoint and PowerPoint) and related software programs.
- Previous homebuilding studio experiences an asset.
- Excellent service oriented; you handle relations with customers, internal and external parties with tact and diplomacy.
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Company
Overview
1951 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1951, marking its beginning as a small local operation.
- specializes in residential, commercial, and industrial developments across multiple regions.
- renowned for delivering high-quality, innovative, and sustainable developments in diverse market sectors.
- involved in land development, homebuilding, commercial construction, and property management.
- focuses on community creation, developing iconic residential neighborhoods and vibrant commercial spaces.
- projects range from large master-planned communities to high-rise commercial properties.
- commitment to high standards of craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
- expertise in navigating complex real estate markets.
$470,000+ donated
Employee-directed donations
Amount donated through the Acts of Kindness Campaign since 2016.
- Empower employees to demonstrate what it means to be part of Qualico within their role, complemented by their unique personality and strengths.
- Talent base is a competitive advantage: standardized compensation and recognition to attract, retain and grow top talent.
- Continuous improvement: commitment to professional development through mandatory, company-requested, and employee-requested training.
- Community engagement: Volunteer Day program allowing each employee one workday to pursue meaningful volunteer activities.
- Corporate responsibility: focused on environmental stewardship and community support as part of daily operations.
4 Net Zero Homes
Delivered in Western Canada
Achieved CHBA-qualified Net Zero certification for residential properties across multiple regions.
80% Energy Efficiency
Exceeded Energy Code
Residential project surpassed local energy requirements by a significant margin.
26,000 lb Flooring Recycling
Commercial Flooring Recovery
Recycling program diverted significant materials from waste streams.
6,500 Trees Planted
Calgary Tree Planting Initiative
Environmental program supported urban tree canopy growth.
- Committed to Net Zero and Net Zero Ready homes across Western Canada with expansion planned for 2025.
- Aspiring to have a CHBA Net Zero certified builder in each province served.
- Corporate Winnipeg office maintains a composting program focused on sustainability.
- StreetSide BC built 18 Net Zero Ready townhomes meeting high energy codes.
- Sterling Homes Calgary's showhome achieves significant efficiency gains.
- Pioneering hydrogen-heated housing solutions with future community plans.
- Innovating in construction materials with low-carbon cement and recycled aggregates.
30+ Years
Leadership Legacy
Senior leadership experience is actively passed on to newer employees, strengthening inclusion across demographics.
- Committed to ensuring equality exists within the company and community.
- Bench strength includes long-service employees alongside new talent to foster diverse ideas and perspectives.
- Open to diverse opinions, avoiding status quo, ensuring right people are in right roles.
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