Lead Kitchen Designer

Oct 13 2026
ALTRES Technical |Honolulu|Full Time, $80,000 - $100,000 / year
Job Description

The ideal candidate will take ownership of the full sales lifecycle from initial client consultation and design development to negotiation and final project handoff, ensuring both aesthetic excellence and commercial success.

Hours

Full-time, 40 hours, 11:00am-7:00pm

Location

Honolulu, Oahu

Pay

$80,000 to $100,000 a year

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the entire sales lifecycle, from the initial consultation and contract signing to deposit collection and successful project handoff.
  • Develop and nurture strong professional relationships with homeowners, architects, and contractors to clearly understand their objectives, budgetary constraints, and project timelines.
  • Create and deliver design presentations and product proposals, handle price negotiations, and independently finalize sales agreements.
  • Meet personal sales and profit margin objectives while ensuring CRM records and sales data remain precise and up to date.
  • Identify opportunities to sell across different categories, including furniture, lighting, and surface materials, to provide comprehensive solutions for clients.
  • Design high-end kitchen layouts, custom cabinetry, walk-in closets, and modular living systems that harmonize aesthetic appeal with practical usage.
  • Draft accurate, high-quality plans, elevations, and technical specifications that strictly adhere to manufacturer standards and dimensional constraints.
  • Collaborate with various trade professionals to ensure all appliance integration, electrical, plumbing, and ventilation requirements are seamlessly incorporated into the design.
  • Prepare and review technical CAD drawings, proactively identifying and resolving design conflicts before they reach the execution stage.
  • Act as a technical resource and mentor for junior designers, assisting with product training, conducting technical reviews, and helping to establish internal design standards.

Qualifications

  • A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience working in kitchen, cabinetry, or high-end systems design.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD or other similar drafting software used for creating precise technical documentation.
  • Strong foundational knowledge of kitchen planning principles and the technical complexities involved in appliance integration.
  • A high level of organization and attention to detail, combined with strong aesthetic judgment and accuracy in documentation.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with contractors, international suppliers, and internal team members.
  • Preferred experience using industry-standard design tools such as CARAT, Winner, or 2020 Design.
  • Experience with luxury residential projects, specifically within the realm of wardrobes and modular living systems.
  • Comfortable working with both metric and imperial measurement systems and previous experience guiding or mentoring junior design staff.