We are seeking a full-time Lead Designer to join our growing team at HHI Builders. This is a senior-level role for an experienced residential designer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoys both the creative and technical sides of design.

Our projects range from single-room remodels, such as kitchens and bathrooms, to whole-home renovations, additions, screen porches, and garage additions. The ideal candidate has strong design instincts, excellent client communication skills, and the ability to translate client goals into thoughtful, functional, and buildable designs.

This role is approximately 70% design focused and 30% client facing. You will work closely with clients to understand their vision, guide them through design decisions and material selections, and collaborate with our architectural designer and draftsman to create construction-ready plans.

We are looking for someone who is not only excited to design beautiful spaces but also eager to help shape and improve our design department as we continue to grow. This position currently works alongside our architectural designer and design assistant, with strong future growth potential into a leadership role overseeing additional designers and helping lead the design department as the company expands.

As a member of our team, you will enjoy a competitive salary, a creative and collaborative work environment, and strong opportunities for long-term growth and leadership.

• Meet with clients to understand project goals, lifestyle needs, design preferences, and budget
• Develop creative and functional designs for residential remodels, renovations, and additions
• Create architectural models, renderings, presentation boards, selection sheets, and other client-facing visual materials using software such as Revit, Enscape, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Canva, or similar tools
• Collaborate with our architectural designer and draftsman to develop architectural and build-ready plans
• Guide clients through finish and material selections, including cabinetry, countertops, tile, plumbing fixtures, lighting, flooring, hardware, and paint
• Keep projects moving by helping clients make timely and confident decisions
• Maintain awareness of budget impacts during design and help guide clients toward practical solutions
• Clearly document design details, specifications, and selections for estimating, purchasing, and construction teams
• Oversee and help direct the work of the Design Assistant
• Help improve internal design systems, workflows, standards, and organizational processes
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining deadlines and attention to detail

• 5+ years of residential design experience required
• Intermediate or higher proficiency in Revit strongly preferred
• Intermediate or higher proficiency in Enscape or similar rendering software strongly preferred
• Candidates without strong Revit experience may still be considered if they have advanced proficiency in comparable architectural design software, such as SketchUp, 2020, or AutoCAD, and demonstrate the ability to quickly learn new software
• Strong ability to create polished client-facing presentation boards, finish boards, selection sheets, and design packages using Canva or similar presentation software required
• Strong understanding of space planning, material selection, and residential design principles
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client relationship skills
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Experience in remodeling or design-build environments preferred
• Construction knowledge is a strong plus, but not required
• Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field preferred, but not required for candidates with strong experience and portfolio
• Coachable and team-oriented, with a willingness to accept feedback, ask for help when needed, and learn from others without ego

HHI Builders is a luxury design-build remodeling company based on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Founded in 2018, we specialize in high-end residential renovations with a strong focus on thoughtful planning, clear communication, and exceptional craftsmanship.

We are known for our design-forward approach and detailed pre-construction planning, helping reduce surprises and deliver consistent, high-quality results for our clients.

Our team is guided by strong core values, including ownership, integrity, attention to detail, innovation, and collaboration. We believe the best teams are built on humility and continuous learning. No one is expected to have all the answers, and we value team members who are willing to ask questions, seek support, and grow.

If you are passionate about residential design and want to grow with a company committed to excellence, HHI Builders may be the right fit.