Interior Design Consultant

City of Saskatoon; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Saskatoon is seeking a 12-month temporary Interior Design/Space Planning position to work with program staff on designing and coordinating accommodations within civic buildings. The role supports establishing corporation standards for short- and long-term space management plans.

The incumbent will manage interior renovations, analyze space benchmarks, document standards for finishes and furnishings, and ensure ergonomic and safety considerations are addressed.

Qualifications

• Degree in interior design and 3 years' current experience in interior design and systems furniture or a two-year diploma with 5 years' current experience.
• Knowledge of building design, codes and materials.
• Experience in budgeting and purchasing procedures.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and strong written/oral communication.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD software.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management for interior renovation projects, coordinate with managers on space and program needs, prepare budgets and tender docs.
• Research existing space to develop program standards and recommendations.
• Document standards for materials, finishes, furniture, and accessories.
• Address ergonomic, accessibility, and workstation design inquiries.
• Maintain inventory of systems furniture and currency ledger, handle purchases and records.
• Support a safe workplace culture and health & safety policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Office design

Ergonomics awareness

Education

Degree in interior design

Interior design diploma

Valid Saskatchewan driver\'s licence (Class 5)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

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Term:1TemporaryFull Time position available for approximately 12 months.

Closing Date: 08/31/2026

Labour Group: CUPE 59

This position is a CUPE 59 position and will be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Should it not be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, external candidates will be considered.

Job Summary

This position works with program department staff to design and coordinate accommodations and space planning, within civic buildings. This position evaluates and facilitates the establishment of corporation standards for use for short and long term strategic space management plans.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides project management for interior renovation projects. Consults with managers to determine spatial requirements, technical requirements and program needs, prepares budgets, designs interiors, reviews construction drawings, writes specification documents for construction finishes and furnishings and prepares tender documentation. Coordinates schedules and site work with superintendents. Supervises site work to completion of projects and keeps detailed administrative records.
• Researches existing space within the corporation and analyzes it against benchmarks to develop program standards and recommendations.
• Develops and documents standards for materials and finishes, furniture, and accessories through product tests and maintenance reviews.
• Responds to enquiries related to ergonomic concerns, product specifications, accessibility issues, work-station design, furniture repairs, warranty etc.
• Accesses an inventory of systems furniture, maintaining/supplementing a currency ledger.
• Purchases interior furnishings, accessories and finishes and maintains record documents.
• Supports and promotes a safe and positive workplace culture through a variety of initiatives and activities.
• Supports and promotes the health and safety of employees in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act & Regulations in addition to the City of Saskatoon's administrative Occupational Health & Safety policies and departmental procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree in interior design, plus three years' current experience, including office and institutional design and systems furniture
  OR
  Diploma from a recognized two-year post-secondary program in interior design, plus five years' current experience, including office and institutional design and systems furniture.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence and a vehicle suitable for the performance of duties.
• Current driver's abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
  Knowledge of all aspects of building design, construction methods, materials and codes.
• Knowledge of corporate budgeting and purchasing procedures.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Skill in interviewing, consultation, research and project management.
• Skill in the operation of a computer with AutoCAD software.

Weekly Hours:36.67

Salary Range:$75,132.24to$82,833.60 CADper annum (2026rates)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) "the good life", for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity

Accommodation

The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email [e-mail].

While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.