Interior Designer

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Interior Designer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, including workplace and government buildings, where you can showcase your creativity and design expertise. You will collaborate closely with senior staff, develop innovative design concepts, and contribute to a culture of mentorship and continuous learning. The firm values work-life balance and offers competitive compensation along with a range of benefits. If you are passionate about design and eager to grow in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

PATO Days

Competitive compensation

Extended health benefits

Annual profit share

Wellness initiatives

Training & education support

Mentorship and continuous learning

Professional membership reimbursement

Social events

Fun work environment

Qualifications

• 5-9 years of experience in Interior Design, especially in workplace or government buildings.
• Strong conceptual and design skills with proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Develop design concepts and translate them into design documents.
• Collaborate on client presentations and represent the firm in the industry.

Skills

Interior Design

Communication Skills

Project Management

Design Concept Development

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Interior Design

Membership as an Intern Interior Designer

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

InDesign

SketchUp

Job description

Who We Are

As a leading Canadian architectural practice, Zeidler designs meaningful spaces that contribute to the community and deliver lasting value. With offices in Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, and Victoria, we offer full architectural and interior design services.

Propelled by curiosity and driven by human connection, our creative process is based on cultivating the potential of our team. We nurture our expertise through mentorship and continuous learning. We listen to, consider, and build on each other’s ideas to develop thoughtful solutions that address complex challenges.

Our award-winning work spans a broad range of sectors including academic, healthcare, residential, mixed-use, commercial, cultural, and civic. As we continue to grow our national practice, we are seeking talented individuals who embrace creative, passionate, and forward-thinking approaches to join our dynamic team.

What We Are Seeking

Zeidler is seeking to hire an Interior Designer with strong workplace and/or federal/government building experience and a proven track record of success. In this role, the candidate will be proficient in managing personal project-level work with greater complexity and less supervision, as well as have the ability to share design/technical ideas, communicate ideas clearly, develop models, and present unique design/technical solutions.

• Work with senior staff to develop design concepts and translate them into design documents during project phases.
• Work with senior staff to develop space/furnishing plans, design details, and finish selections to support conceptual design.
• Collaborate on client presentations and present design concepts and drawings.
• Provide instruction on specific design objectives, complex features, and solutions.
• Attend site meetings, perform shop drawing review, and provide contract administrative support as required.
• Work primarily with the Interiors team and have the ability to work with an integrated internal Architectural/Interior team as required.
• Working knowledge of building code and prepare preliminary building code analysis.
• Manage and coordinate with consultants.
• Be supportive and invaluable team members by taking personal responsibility and looking to mentor and help more junior team members.
• Actively embody the culture of the firm by applying its values, actions, and behavior in daily practice.
• Demonstrate effective communication by going through appropriate channels, asking for clarification and feedback, and following up.
• Represent the firm in the industry and advance the company’s interest and profile.
• Contribute to the culture by embodying the values of the organization.
• Be active members in the professional association.
• Excellent communication skills, team-oriented, accountable, and highly motivated.
• As a member of our team, you are expected to actively adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures established by the company.

What You Will Bring

• 5-9 years of experience as an Interior Designer, ideally with workplace and/or federal/government building experience.
• Bachelor of Interior Design from a recognized post-secondary institution is required.
• Membership as an Intern Interior Designer with a relevant registered association.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• InDesign, 3D rendering, and SketchUp skills are an asset.
• Working knowledge of local Building Code and associated bylaws.
• LEED AP, WELL AP, or knowledge of LEED and WELL Standards is considered an asset.
• Strong conceptual and design skills.
• Strong working knowledge of the Interior Design process, programming, planning, materials, creative detailing, specifications, and building systems.
• Experience in coordinating project teams would be considered an asset.

Benefits + Perks

Zeidler believes in a work-life balance and valuing our people with benefits like:

• PATO Days – enjoy an extra day off on long weekends and holiday closures.
• Competitive compensation.
• Benefits include extended health, dental, health and wellness spending allowance, EFAP, etc.
• Annual profit share.
• Wellness initiatives.
• Training & education support.
• Mentorship and continuous learning.
• Professional membership reimbursement.
• Social events.
• Fun work environment and great firm culture… and so much more.

What to do now

If you are a motivated, creative, and inspired individual who has the ambition to grow and enjoys working in a collaborative, exciting, and fast-paced environment surrounded by challenging opportunities, we would like to hear from you. Please apply here!

Zeidler is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, and stands by our principles for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcome and we encourage applications from, but not limited to, visible minorities, peoples with disabilities, racialized peoples, Indigenous peoples, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Please let us know by email or by telephone at 403-233-2525 if you require any accommodations throughout the interview process. We will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate.