NEPA Builders, INC.
Freelance Kitchen & Cabinet Designer (2020 Design / ProKitchen | Project-Based)
Location: Blakely, PA
Engagement: Freelance / 1099
Requirement: Must be available for
in-person client meetings at our showroom
Design great kitchens -- without chasing leads or managing construction.
NEPA Builders is a well-established residential builder delivering high-quality remodels and new homes across Northeast Pennsylvania. We're looking for an experienced
freelance kitchen & cabinet designer to partner with us on a project basis.
This role is perfect for an independent designer who wants
consistent, builder-backed work, creative autonomy, and clear handoffs -- without sales pressure or project management headaches.
You focus on design. We handle the rest.
Scope of Work
- Create kitchen and cabinet layouts using 2020 Design Software or ProKitchen
- Collaborate with homeowners to refine layouts, cabinetry, and finishes
- Attend scheduled virtual and in-person design meetings with homeowners at our Blakely, PA showroom
- Design solutions that balance aesthetics, function, and budget
- Coordinate with our internal team to ensure designs are construction-ready
- Revise designs as needed based on site conditions or scope adjustments
- Deliver clean, professional design packages on agreed timelines
What We're Looking For
- 3+ years of residential kitchen or cabinet design experience
- Strong proficiency in 2020 Design or ProKitchen
- Local or regional designer able to meet clients virtually and on-site in Blakely, PA
- Reliable availability for scheduled showroom appointments
- Solid understanding of cabinetry systems and residential construction
- Professional communication and responsiveness
- Ability to work independently and manage your own time
- Experience with MasterBrand cabinetry is helpful, not required
Compensation & Flexibility
- 1099 independent contractor
- Paid per project or hourly equivalent (competitive, based on scope)
- Flexible workload -- accept projects as availability allows
- Remote-friendly design work
- Clear scopes, organized projects, and consistent collaboration
Why Partner With NEPA Builders
- No selling, no lead generation, no collections
- Organized builder processes and realistic timelines
- Respect for your design judgment and workflow
- Designs that actually get built
- Opportunity for long-term, repeat collaboration
If you're a skilled kitchen designer looking for a reliable builder partner and clean, professional projects, we'd love to connect. "We schedule design meetings in advance and respect freelancer availability."
