Senior Conceptual Designer- Residential Architecture

As a Senior Conceptual Designer at David Weekley Homes, your main responsibilities will include designing innovative production home designs, managing projects through the design process, and conducting program and competition analyses. You’ll be tasked with balancing aesthetic designs with cost efficiency, ensuring that we hit targeted price points while also creating appealing layouts and elevations.

To qualify for the Senior Conceptual Designer position at David Weekley Homes, you should have 10-15 years of experience in residential architecture, specifically designing elevations and floor plans. A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or a closely related field is required, and familiarity with AutoCAD or similar software is vital. While not mandatory, having a license or being in the process of obtaining one through the IDP program is highly regarded.

Yes, David Weekley Homes offers relocation assistance for the Senior Conceptual Designer position. This is especially beneficial for non-local candidates who are willing to move to Houston, Texas, to join our design team. We’re here to support you as you take this exciting step in your career!

Ideal candidates for the Senior Conceptual Designer role at David Weekley Homes should have significant experience—at least 10-15 years—in residential design. Understanding production home design is preferred, alongside proficiency in creating floor plans and elevations. An ideal candidate will demonstrate strong collaboration skills, creativity, and flexibility in a dynamic work environment.

David Weekley Homes provides an excellent benefits package for Senior Conceptual Designers, which includes health insurance, a 401k with an 8% discretionary match, profit sharing, and generous paid time off options. Additionally, we support work-life balance through programs like sabbaticals and community outreach opportunities. Join us and enjoy a supportive and rewarding workplace!

When discussing your design process during the interview, emphasize the importance of understanding client needs and market trends. Talk about your approach to sketching out concepts, iterating designs based on feedback, and how you involve stakeholders at various stages of the project.

A great answer will highlight your analytical skills. Explain that understanding material costs, market expectations, and creative problem-solving are key factors for you. Share an example where you successfully balanced beauty and budget in a past project.

Prepare to mention any software you're proficient with, such as AutoCAD or SketchUp, and discuss how these tools enhance your design process. Describe specific projects where these tools helped you bring your design visions to life.

Focus on your project management skills. Talk about challenges you faced, your problem-solving approach, how you communicated with your team, and what the outcome was. Be specific—interviewers appreciate detailed narratives.

Show your passion for continuous learning. Talk about following industry publications, attending workshops, and networking with professionals in the field. Mention specific trends you've recently integrated into your designs.

Discuss your methodology for analyzing competitors' designs, understanding market positioning, and how this information informs your design strategy at David Weekley Homes. Provide an example of how competitive analysis improved your previous projects.

Express your openness to feedback as a crucial part of the design process. Share your strategy of viewing criticism as a chance for growth and improvement, and give an example of how you implemented feedback successfully.

Highlight your collaborative nature by discussing specific projects where teamwork was vital. Mention how you facilitate communication, value input from others, and how you ensure all voices are heard in the design process.

Come prepared to discuss key qualities such as creativity, attention to detail, and strong project management. Explain how each quality contributes to successful project outcomes and enhances teamwork.

Share your excitement about David Weekley Homes’ reputation as a leader in residential architecture and its commitment to innovation and design excellence. Express how these values align with your professional goals and personal passions.