Design Consultant Jobs in Pennsylvania

Design Consultant jobs in Pennsylvania concentrate in architecture, interior design, commercial real estate, and product development, with Philadelphia and Pittsburgh serving as the state's primary hiring centers and a steady secondary market in the Lehigh Valley. Employers like AECOM, Gensler, and Day & Zimmermann maintain long-standing operations in Pennsylvania and consistently bring on design consultants at every level from junior associates to senior project leads. The most in-demand specialties right now are commercial interiors, sustainable building design, and UX-focused product consulting. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

Find Design Consultant Jobs

Overview

Open roles21
Top employerArhaus
Top cityPittsburgh, PA
Cities hiring13
Work type75% On-site
Top industryRetail

Showing 5 of 21+ Design Consultant jobs

System Design Consultant
We won't show you this job again
Added 3d ago
System Design Consultant
Suvoda
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Consulting & Professional Services
Project & Program Management
Business Analysis
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

Have you applied for this role?

Sales Design Consultant
We won't show you this job again
Added 6d ago
Sales Design Consultant
The Tile Shop
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Sales
Customer Service & Support
Consulting & Professional Services
Inside Sales
$45k - $75k/yr
On-Site
None

Have you applied for this role?

Sales Associate / Design Consultant – Part Time
We won't show you this job again
Added 6d ago
Sales Associate / Design Consultant – Part Time
Arhaus
Wexford, Pennsylvania
Customer Service
Inside Sales
Sales
1,001-5,000

Have you applied for this role?

Sales Associate / Design Consultant - Full Time
We won't show you this job again
Added 6d ago
Sales Associate / Design Consultant - Full Time
Arhaus
Wexford, Pennsylvania
Customer Service
Inside Sales
Sales
1,001-5,000

Have you applied for this role?

Flooring Sales + Flooring Design Consultant
We won't show you this job again
Added 2w ago
Flooring Sales + Flooring Design Consultant
Norman Carpet One
Conshohocken, Pennsylvania
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
$55k - $75k/yr
On-Site

Have you applied for this role?

See All 21 Design Consultant Jobs in Pennsylvania

Find roles in Pennsylvania that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Design Consultant Jobs

Design Consultant Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Pittsburgh
4 jobs
Monroeville
3 jobs
King of Prussia
3 jobs
Wexford
2 jobs
Wayne
1 job
Ardmore
1 job
Camp Hill
1 job
Waterford
1 job
Washington
1 job

Design Consultant Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Arhaus4 open roles
Civil & Environmental Consultants3 open roles
RH1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Technology & Software

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in design consultant jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Bachelor's degree in interior design, architecture, or a closely related design field
  • Professional portfolio demonstrating completed commercial or residential design projects
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or SketchUp for design documentation and presentations
  • Three or more years of client-facing consulting or project management experience
  • Familiarity with Pennsylvania building codes and ADA accessibility standards
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting design concepts to clients

Design Consultant Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a design consultant in Pennsylvania?

Most design consultant roles in Pennsylvania require a bachelor's degree in interior design, architecture, industrial design, or a related discipline from an accredited program. Interior designers who offer services to the public may pursue voluntary certification through the National Council for Interior Design Qualification, which Pennsylvania employers frequently list as a preferred credential. Building a portfolio of completed projects and gaining experience through an established Pennsylvania architecture or design firm is the standard path into consulting.

Which companies hire design consultants in Pennsylvania?

Companies currently hiring design consultants in Pennsylvania include Arhaus, Civil & Environmental Consultants, and RH, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of engineering and architecture firms, particularly those serving the healthcare and higher education sectors in the Philadelphia region, creates consistent openings throughout the year.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most design consultant jobs?

Pittsburgh, Monroeville, and King of Prussia account for the largest share of design consultant openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its dense concentration of architecture firms, corporate headquarters, and major healthcare and university clients, while Pittsburgh's continued growth in technology and commercial development drives demand there, and the Lehigh Valley's expanding corporate corridor generates additional openings outside the two main metros.

Are there remote design consultant jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, though they are more selective than fully desk-based roles, since design consulting often involves site visits, client presentations, and hands-on reviews. About 25% of design consultant openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting a growing number of employers willing to allow remote work for research, concept development, and documentation phases. Client-facing and construction-phase work almost always requires an in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a design consultant in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a junior designer or design associate role at a mid-size Pennsylvania architecture or interior design firm, where project variety and direct mentorship accelerate growth faster than large corporate environments. Firms serving Pennsylvania's healthcare and higher education sectors, such as those concentrated in the Philadelphia suburbs, regularly bring on new graduates for entry-level consulting support roles. Completing an NCIDQ preparation course, building a strong digital portfolio, and pursuing an internship through Pennsylvania-based IIDA or AIA chapters are the credentials that move an inexperienced candidate to the top of a shortlist.

Where can I find and apply to design consultant jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to design consultant jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, the Lehigh Valley, and other markets statewide. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that match.

See All 21 Design Consultant Jobs in Pennsylvania

Find roles in Pennsylvania that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Design Consultant Jobs