Design Consultant

Overall Job Function: Advise clients on interior design solutions that balance functionality, aesthetics, budget and buildability. The Design Consultant converts client requirements into space planning, CAD-based layouts, material proposals, design presentations and commercial proposals, while securing client endorsement, sales achievement and smooth project handover within an interior design and build environment. This role is essential to: Engage clients to identify design needs, space requirements, style preferences, budget expectations and decision criteria. Develop space planning layouts, CAD drawings and design proposals that match client requirements, project constraints and company standards. Present company portfolio, design process, service scope, layout plans, material proposals and 3D perspectives with clear design rationale. Secure client endorsement for design proposals, material boards, setting plans, perspective drawings and quotation acceptance. Prepare accurate quotations based on approved design direction, client specifications, material selections and scope requirements. Negotiate pricing, terms, scope and contract conditions with clients to achieve commercially sound agreements. Generate qualified sales leads through client engagement, referrals, follow-ups and market opportunities. Achieve assigned sales target through effective client conversion, quotation follow-up and proposal closure. Resolve design, budget and site-related concerns by proposing practical solutions that protect client satisfaction and project feasibility. Transfer approved design information, quotation details and client requirements clearly for drawing development, procurement planning and project execution. Perform any expressed or implied duties and responsibilities required by the company or superior. Requirements: Demonstrate 3–8 years of relevant working experience in interior design, design consultation, sales design or commercial design and build. Use AutoCAD for space planning, layout development and client proposal preparation. Apply strong presentation skills to explain design concepts, material proposals and project value to clients. Use strong social skills to build trust, handle client concerns and close design proposals professionally. Comfortable attending client entertainment and networking events, which may occasionally involve alcoholic beverages. Understand interior design materials, budget control, client requirements and practical site constraints. Work with design software such as SketchUp, 3D Max, V-Ray, Lumion or other relevant tools where required.