Senior Interior Designer - Commercial Interiors

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Senior (Minimum 12 years)

About UsWe design, engineer, and deliver workplace environments that bring out the best in people. Their health, happiness, and ability to do great work enable organizations to adapt swiftly in an ever-evolving world.

Since our establishment we have built a reputation for putting people at the center of everything we do. We stay at the forefront of what drives performance by sharing our research, expanding our reach, and building new capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our clients.

Our Perspective

As a global community, we thrive on bringing big ideas to life, setting the stage for better business outcomes. With space becoming more experiential than ever, we leverage the power of data to deepen connections between people and their environments, making real estate portfolios smarter, more resilient, and sustainable, thereby creating a better, more purposeful experience.

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced and creative Senior Interior Designer with a minimum of 12 years in the field, specializing in commercial interiors and workplace design. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, capable of managing projects and inspiring creative teams to deliver innovative and functional design solutions.

Position Overview

As a Senior Interior Designer, you will lead projects from initial client interviews through to project closeout, including contributing to working drawings. This role requires the ability to lead projects and/or guide highly creative individuals, recognizing that these skill sets may differ. You will actively enhance our business both externally (client-facing) and internally (team development), aligning with our shared vision.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership: Lead project teams and consultants to develop integrated, innovative, and interdisciplinary solutions to design challenges.

• Client Engagement: Consult with clients to establish design concepts and parameters, including functionality, budget considerations, and aesthetic preferences.

• Design Development: Generate conceptual designs using various graphic techniques and collaborate with project managers to prepare preliminary cost estimates.

• Documentation Oversight: Guide the design team in preparing written specifications, working drawings, and construction documents, ensuring compliance with applicable building codes.

• Stakeholder Relations: Establish and maintain trust among project teams, clients, and other stakeholders.

• Quality Assurance: Monitor and uphold a high level of design quality within the project team.

• Problem-Solving: Address project design issues and apply inventive solutions.

Qualifications & Key Competencies:

• Experience: Minimum of 12 years in workplace interior design or architecture, with comprehensive experience in all project phases.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Design, or a related field preferred.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SketchUp and/or Revit, with the willingness and ability to learn the other if not already proficient.

• Portfolio: Submission of an up-to-date portfolio demonstrating relevant experience and design expertise is required.

• Industry Engagement: Strong presence in the market with active participation in industry events.

• Client Relations: Proven track record of satisfied clients and a portfolio showcasing signature conceptual design work, including workplace transformation projects.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with local codes, permitting processes, and the ability to design within target budgets while maintaining overall design quality.

• Personal Attributes: Open mindset and collaborative spirit are essential.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and portfolio demonstrating relevant experience and design expertise.

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and portfolio to:
[email protected] or [email protected]

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