Senior Residential Designer

Residential Designer

Kitchen & Bath Focus | Client-Facing Design Leadership
 

Location: Marlborough, MA
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $80,000–$95,000 (Based on Experience)
 

About Hubley Painting & Remodeling

Hubley Painting & Remodeling is a third-generation, family-owned residential remodeling firm based in Marlborough, Massachusetts. We specialize primarily in kitchen and bathroom renovations, along with mudrooms, laundry rooms, built-ins, and detailed interior millwork.
 

As a design-build company, we integrate in-house design, project management, carpentry, and painting teams to deliver coordinated renovation projects from concept through completion. We operate in a fast-paced environment with multiple kitchen and bath projects active at various stages of design and construction.
 

Our projects require thoughtful design, strong decision-making leadership, and precise coordination with the field.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Residential Designer will lead the design process for kitchen and bathroom remodels from layout development through final design approval.

This is a client-facing leadership role, focused on:

• Space planning
• Kitchen and bath layout expertise
• Finish and material selection guidance
• Translating client goals into cohesive design direction

The Senior Residential Designer will work closely with the in-house CAD Designer, Project Managers, and leadership team to ensure that approved designs are accurately documented and smoothly transitioned into construction. This role requires clear communication, structured decision-making, and strong collaboration across departments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Kitchen & Bath Design Leadership

• Develop functional, code-aware kitchen layouts (cabinetry, appliance placement, storage optimization)
• Design bathroom layouts including vanities, showers, tile planning, and fixture coordination
• Guide homeowners through finish selections – cabinetry, countertops, tile, plumbing fixtures, hardware, paint and more.
• Lead structured client meetings and keep decisions moving forward
• Balance aesthetics, budget, and constructability
   

Project Coordination

• Communicate approved design intent to CAD Designer for documentation
• Review drawings prior to permitting and construction
• Collaborate with Project Managers to resolve design-related field questions
• Participate in internal design and coordination meetings
   

Collaboration & Team Integration

• Work closely with the Residential CAD Designer to translate approved layouts and selections into detailed construction drawings
• Review and approve documentation prior to permitting and construction
• Coordinate with Project Managers to address field conditions and design-related questions
• Participate in internal design reviews and project coordination meetings

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• 5+ years residential kitchen and bath design experience
• Strong understanding of cabinetry systems and layout optimization
• Experience guiding homeowners through structured selection processes
• Familiarity with Chief Architect or comparable residential design software
• Strong communication and decision-facilitation skills
• Ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously
   

Preferred

• Proficiency in Chief Architect or comparable residential design software
• Ability to make minor layout adjustments directly within design software
• Experience working within a collaborative design-build team environment

WHAT WE OFFER

• Leadership role in a growing design-build firm
• Opportunity to focus on high-skill kitchen and bath remodels
• Collaborative environment with in-house build team
• Competitive compensation and growth potential
   

Interested in applying? Please send your resume and portfolio to hiring@hubleypainting.com.