Architectural Graduate or Intermediate level Interior Designer

ZAS Architects + Interiors; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ZAS Architects + Interiors is seeking an Architectural Graduate or Intermediate Interior Designer to join their Toronto office. The role involves design development, producing detailed drawings, and collaborating with team members. Ideal candidates will have strong design skills, a relevant degree, and at least 5 years of experience. The position offers mentorship and growth opportunities in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Mentorship

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-graduation experience in a Canadian architectural office.
• Graduate from a CIDA-accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design development and produce drawings accurately.
• Work independently and as part of a project team.

Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Creative Thinking

Communication

Graphic Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design

Master's Degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

ZAS is currently seeking an Architectural Graduate or Intermediate level Interior Designer to join our Toronto office and grow with us. Current and prospective projects are almost exclusively commercial / institutional tenant improvements. For an intermediate candidate, we offer unique opportunities to develop skills in client relationships, team management, site work, and business development.

To learn more about our firm, please visit our website at zasa.

Our Toronto office is full of other professionals like you who are taking on challenging work in all project phases. Come and participate in our growing and dynamic office!

Roles and Responsibilities

You will contribute to the design development of projects and produce drawings accurately and on time. You should be able to work independently on specific tasks and as part of a project team. Your duties will include producing drawings and documents as directed by team leaders, covering all project phases. Work may involve graphic and presentation tasks, as well as general project organization and filing. We expect you to ask questions, communicate effectively with team members, and organize your work to meet goals.

Skills Required

The ideal candidate will be a graduate from a CIDA-accredited (or equivalent) post-secondary institution with a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Interior Design. We seek a talented, well-rounded individual who enjoys both design and technical aspects of Interior Design and Architecture. Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines are essential attributes.

To qualify for this position, you need to possess:

• Residence within commuting distance to downtown Toronto, ON.
• Strong design, graphic, and presentation skills, including translating ideas from concept to detailed drawings.
• At least 5 years of post-graduation experience in a Canadian architectural office environment.
• Experience in significant project phases from concept through completion.
• Experience and interest in tenant improvements.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD 2018 (or above) and Revit software.
• Excellent understanding of ON Building Code, Toronto Building Code Bylaws, and basic building envelope concepts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, incorporating feedback effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and creative thinking.
• Self-motivation and ability to work within project constraints.
• A desire to gain real-world skills beneficial for your career development.

Our ideal candidate may be an Architectural Graduate with a Master's Degree in Architecture or an Interior Designer from a CIDA-accredited (or equivalent) institution with a Bachelor's degree in Interior Design.

What we offer our employees

We work in an open, collaborative environment. We provide mentorship and support to our Intermediate Interior Designers and offer excellent growth opportunities for motivated individuals eager to develop skills and show initiative. If you enjoy working with people, possess the right skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to connect with us.

Job Type: Full-time, with a 3-month probation period, hybrid (minimum 4 days/week in-office)

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada and provide supporting evidence prior to any employment offer.

ZAS is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applications from visible minorities, persons with disabilities, racialized peoples, Indigenous peoples, and individuals of all sexual orientations and gender identities. We also encourage members of equity-seeking groups to self-identify in their cover letter.

Please inform us if you require accommodations during the interview process. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Learn more about us at zasa.