Design Studio Manager

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Fischer Homes
Privately held U.S. home builder since 1980, crafting quality new homes across Midwest and Southeast.
Manage design studio, guide customers and team through home design selections.
17 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Dayton, OH
Office Full-Time
Company Size
889 Employees
Service Specialisms
Home Builders
Building Construction
General Contractors
Home Design & Planning
Real Estate Developers
Real Estate Consultants
Home Improvement
Architecture
Sector Specialisms
Office
Land
Industrial
Retail
Role
What you would be doing
selection sheets
speculative design
product research
process tracking
team training
design management

As a Design Studio Manager, you will manage the lifestyle design center and team to serve homebuyers in selecting their home’s design finishes. In this role, you will provide exceptional internal and external customer service through managing the process of design selections and the role it plays in the new home process. The most rewarding aspect of this role is playing an integral role in the vision customers have for their home and coaching a team to do the same.

  • Deliver error-free selection sheets. The selection sheets should clearly communicate the customers' wants and expectations so they can be properly executed.
  • Work with Division Managers and Sales Managers to design speculative inventory homes utilizing research on what will be popular for a given community and home plan.
  • Follow up with customers, Sales Counselors, and Divisions as needed to ensure that selections and sign-offs are accurate and completed on time.
  • Assist customers at design center appointments through the sale-to-start process by providing excellent customer satisfaction.
  • Research products and changing design trends to remain up-to-date and knowledgeable about our product offerings.
  • Track and monitor sale-to-start processes through weekly meetings with internal departments to prioritize appointments.
  • Train sales teams in product knowledge and new offerings to ensure an educated home-buying process for our customers from start to finish.
  • Can refocus individuals back to the task at hand to ensure timeliness and accuracy of the appointment.
  • Follow a process to ensure accuracy and consistency.
What you bring
bachelor’s degree
interior design
customer service
outgoing
physical lift
fine motor
  • Have an outgoing personality and are comfortable meeting and engaging with new people.
  • Must be able to lift and carry approximately 20-25lbs unassisted.
  • Must be able to use sensory skills (i.e. verbal communication) to effectively communicate and interact with other Associates and customers.
  • Must be able to perform repetitive motions and use fine motor skills (i.e. typing, writing) to operate office supplies (i.e. computer, calculator, copier).
  • Must be able to sit for long periods of time with low periods of reaching and standing.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design or related field
  • Have patience and take a customer-centered approach to your work.
Benefits

The Value of a career with Fischer Homes

  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Personal time off
  • Employee Life Insurance
  • Professional Development Training Programs
  • 401(k) with Company matching contributions and profit-sharing
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Inclusive Leave
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
1980 Founded
Year Established
The company was established over four decades ago and has since expanded significantly.
40,000 Homes
Total Homes Built
With a focus on quality and growth, the company has completed over 40,000 residential projects to date.
700M Revenue
Annual Revenue
Annual revenue reflects the company's success and regional influence in homebuilding.
Top 30 Ranked
Homebuilder Ranking
Consistently recognized as one of the top homebuilders in the U.S., highlighting their industry leadership.
  • It has grown from a local builder into a Midwest and Southeast regional powerhouse.
  • Headquartered in Erlanger, Kentucky, they operate in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Georgia, Florida, and Missouri, often expanding through partnerships and acquisitions.
  • Their typical projects include single-family homes, townhomes, condos, and paired patio homes.
  • They offer personalized design via local Lifestyle Design Centers, where buyers choose finishes, appliances, lighting and more.
  • The company is a repeat partner with St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway.
Culture + Values
  • Operating with Rigor – doing things right the first time, with a tightly integrated process that drives efficiency, ensures quality, improves productivity, and creates value.
  • Creating Value – delighting customers from the ground up by building superior homes on time, on budget, with exceptional quality.
  • Selling Value – world-class, concierge-level treatment via a customer-centric FUSE sales model with honest, proactive communication.
  • Standards of Performance – emphasis on leadership, accountability, executional discipline, and keeping the bar high.
Environment + Sustainability
50% Energy Savings
Energy-Efficient Homes
Compared to 20-year-old homes, energy-efficient materials and designs reduce energy costs by up to 50%.
180 Homes Analyzed
HERS Climate Study
Over 180 homes have been analyzed in climate zone 5 to determine energy efficiency metrics.
  • All single-family detached homes are ENERGY STAR certified via the ENERGYWISE program, including third-party inspection, duct-blast and blower-door tests.
  • Commitment to locally sourced products in every home.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • No DEI strategy or gender‑related data publicly disclosed
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