SGH Design Partners is looking for a talented full time Team Lead to join our Toronto studio.

Location: 366 Adelaide Street West, Toronto M5V 1R9

Job Type: Full-Time (In-Person)

About Us
SGH Design Partners is a national Canadian interior design firm, proudly entering our 39th year of design excellence. We believe in the power of thoughtful design to elevate the way people work, connect, and thrive.

With studios in Toronto, Vancouver, and Halifax, our team brings a national perspective and local expertise to every workplace project we undertake. Our studios operate as in-studio creative and collaborative environments. At SGH, you will join a team of curious and talented designers focused on corporate workplace design, along with an expanding portfolio in hospitality and multi family residential projects.

The Position
As Team Lead, you will play a key role in collaborating with the project team to ensure design intent is translated into working drawings and documentation across all project phases, from pre-design through project close out. You will collaborate directly with one or more of our partners, ensuring a high level of engagement, accountability, and design leadership throughout each project.

What You Bring

Understanding of workplace design trends

Demonstrated success in managing teams and delivering workplace projects

Strong visualization and concept development skills, with the ability to translate design concepts into clear, detailed design solutions.

Excellent problem-solving and time management skills

Commitment to knowledge sharing and alignment with SGH delivery standards

Familiar with local building codes, accessibility standards, and sustainable design frameworks





Knowledge of sustainable design principles (LEED, WELL, Fitwel, etc.)

Key Responsibilities

Lead and contribute to design dialogue across project phases and teams

Apply knowledge of workplace design trends, visioning, and culture-driven design strategies

Lead projects of mid to large scale and complexity (75,000 SF+)

Plan and facilitate visioning sessions; document and analyze outcomes

Prepare project budgets, schedules, and client presentations when required

Review and coordinate drawings and documentation internally and with engineering consultants

Ensure drawings comply with building codes and accessibility requirements

Guide projects from pre-lease through concept, design development, and construction

Lead concept development and oversee design direction with project teams

Supervise preparation of architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents

Manage tender processes, including documentation and tender analysis

Oversee construction administration including site visits, change notices, site instructions, and certificates for payment

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and suppliers

Participate in industry and SGH design events

Maintain personal project time logs using Ajera





Mentor junior staff and support their professional development, including performance feedback and project scheduling coordination

Qualifications

Degree or diploma in Interior Design, Architecture, Architectural Technology or related discipline

Minimum of 15+ years design experience within the local industry

Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

NCIDQ Certification required; has qualified designation, additional professional designations are beneficial

Strong knowledge of Outlook and Microsoft 365

Experience in corporate workplace design or commercial sectors; hospitality experience is beneficial

Year round summer hours

Vacation & personal time

Bi-weekly SGH team lunches

Bi-weekly supplier lunch & learns

Annual performance & career development mentorship

Why SGH?
We’re a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and creative thinking. Join us and be part of a studio that values design excellence, professional growth, and a collaborative studio culture. We’re building a team that’s eager to grow, contribute, and evolve together.

To Apply
If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply with your resume and portfolio. Know someone who might be a great match? Feel free to share this posting with them. All inquiries will be kept confidential.

Please send your resume and portfolio to [email protected].

Set the subject line to “Toronto_Team Lead Application”.

Visit our website www.sghdp.com and or follow us on our social media platforms to learn more about SGH.

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📌 Interior Designer — Team Lead (Ontario)
🏢 SGH Design Partners
📍 Ontario