About The Opportunity
Our client, a well established architectural and interior design firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Interior Designer to join its growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished design professional with a passion for creating innovative commercial workplace environments while leading multidisciplinary project teams from concept through completion.

Responsibilities

Lead commercial interior design and workplace projects from concept through construction completion

Develop creative design solutions that align with client objectives, schedules, and budgets

Gather, analyze, and document client requirements

Prepare space plans, design concepts, finish selections, furniture specifications, and presentation materials

Lead client meetings, presentations, and design workshops

Coordinate project schedules, deliverables, and multidisciplinary project teams

Mentor and provide technical guidance to intermediate and junior designers

Review design documentation to ensure quality and compliance with company standards

Prepare and oversee construction documentation and contract administration activities

Review shop drawings and manage change documentation

Attend construction site meetings and coordinate with contractors and consultants

Prepare meeting minutes, progress reports, certificates for payment, and other project documentation

Maintain solid relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers

Support business development activities and contribute to securing repeat business

Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, industry standards, and project requirements

Government Furniture Procurement experience preferred

Contract Administration experience preferred

About You
Education and Training

Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design from a CIDA accredited program or equivalent education recognized by ARIDO

NCIDQ certification

Registered member of ARIDO





LEED AP, WELL AP, and/or Fitwel Ambassador designation would be considered strong assets

Experience

Minimum of 10 years of commercial interior design experience within a recognized Canadian architecture or interior design firm

Extensive workplace design experience

Demonstrated experience leading projects from concept through construction completion

Robust experience with client presentations, project management, contract administration, and construction documentation

Experience reviewing shop drawings, managing change orders, and coordinating consultants and contractors

Strong understanding of furniture systems, finish selections, budgeting, and specifications

Thorough knowledge of the Ontario Building Code

Technical Skills

Advanced AutoCAD skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and MS Project

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign

Experience using SketchUp and Revit is considered an asset

Strong knowledge of construction documentation and detailing

Excellent space planning and workplace planning skills

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong understanding of colour theory, materials, finishes, and interior aesthetics

Advanced knowledge of interior architectural detailing

Excellent sketching and rendering abilities

Strong knowledge of furnishings, equipment, and workplace environments

Outstanding organizational and time management skills

Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills

Proven ability to build strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders

Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities

Ability to balance multiple projects and competing priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail

Passion for design excellence and collaborative problem solving

About the Job

Position Type: Permanent

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Compensation: $80,000 to $110,000.00

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision

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📌 Senior Interior Designer, Commercial Workplace Design - Permanent - 19253 (Quebec City)
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