CANDIDATES MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN CANADA AND BE A RESIDENT OF CANADA

SGH Design Partners is looking for a talented full time Senior Interior Designer to join our Vancouver studio.

Location: 1110 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 2S2

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 Vancouver, Toronto 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 Senior Designer, you will play a key role in contributing to the design and documentation process across all project phases, from pre-design through project close out. You will collaborate closely with project teams to support concept development, technical documentation, and project delivery while mentoring junior staff and maintaining strong client relationships.

What You Bring

- Strong understanding of workplace design trends and culture driven workplace strategies
- Demonstrated ability to manage project responsibilities and contribute to mid to large scale projects
- Ability to direct small teams, including developing guidelines, distributing and reviewing work
- Strong visualization and concept development skills, with the ability to translate design concepts into clear, detailed design solutions
- Excellent problem solving skills for technical, design, and implementation challenges
- Responsible for own time management and work flow




- Initiate discussions around project improvements and contribute to our bi-weekly "lessons learned"
- Commitment to mentoring junior staff and supporting knowledge sharing across the team
- Familiarity with local building codes, accessibility standards, and sustainable design frameworks
- Knowledge of sustainable design principles (LEED, WELL, Fitwel, etc.)

Qualifications

- Degree or diploma in Interior Design, Architecture, Architectural Technology or related discipline
- Minimum of 10+ years design experience within the local industry
- NCIDQ certification required; additional qualified designations are considered beneficial and supported
- Consideration for BCIN certification is encouraged
- Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and design software, including Adobe Creative Suite
- Strong knowledge of Outlook and Microsoft 365
- Experience in corporate workplace design or commercial sectors; hospitality experience is beneficial
- Canadian project design experience required

Key Responsibilities

- Contribute to the design dialogue across project phases and teams
- Apply knowledge of workplace design trends, visioning, and culture driven design strategies
- Participate in concept development for mid to large scale projects (30,000 SF+) and support design direction with project teams
- Participate in preparation of project documentation from pre-design through project close out
- Lead and facilitate visioning sessions; document and analyze outcomes
- Lead and participate in client and consultant meetings and presentations
- Prepare project budgets, schedules,



and related project documentation
- Review and coordinate drawings and documentation internally and with engineering consultants
- Ensure drawings comply with building codes and accessibility requirements
- Supervise preparation of architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents
- Participate in tender preparation and analysis of construction documentation
- Support construction administration including site visits, change notices, site instructions, and certificates for payment
- Participate in industry and SGH design events
- Report weekly to assigned Team Lead on project progress
- Weekly time tracking and review with Team Lead
- Maintain personal project time logs using Ajera
- Mentor junior designers and support their professional development, including performance feedback and project scheduling coordination

Benefits

- Year round summer hours
- Vacation & personal time
- Comprehensive group benefits plan (medical, dental & extended health)
- 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 “Vancouver_Senior Designer Application”.

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

📌 Senior Interior Designer, Workplace (Vancouver)
🏢 SGH Design Partners
📍 Vancouver