Interior Designer (Intermediate & Senior)

MGA I Michael Green Architecture; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An architecture and design studio in Vancouver is looking for an experienced Senior Interior Designer to support various projects, including hotels and museums. Candidates should have a degree in Interior Design, a minimum of 10 years of experience, and strong leadership skills. The role involves client communication, project management, and team mentorship. A compelling benefits package and a collaborative work environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years of interior design experience across a broad range of project types.
• Self-motivated; ability to manage time well and work efficiently towards deadlines.
• Working knowledge of Canadian and International Building Codes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact with clients, consultants, and relevant authorities on all assigned projects.
• Organize and lead contract negotiations.
• Develop schedules, budget, and forecast resources for the Interior Design team.
• Lead, coach, and mentor junior and intermediate interiors team members.

Skills

Interior design experience

Design and graphics skills

Leadership skills

Fluent in English

Education

Interior Design degree or diploma

NCIDQ certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Sketchup

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Michael Green Architecture is a Vancouver-based architecture and design studio creating innovative, sustainable projects that push the boundaries of technology and construction to benefit communities and environments around the world—from cultural installations and private homes to residential master plans and university campuses. With 400+ projects across more than 20 countries, we design for people and our planet.

Our team is internationally recognized for leadership in mass timber and low-carbon design, delivering some of the most significant timber buildings in the world. We work on projects both small and large—and always exciting—at home and abroad, from Google’s first ground-up mass-timber workplace in Sunnyvale, CA to a new culture and community center in Gällivare, Sweden. Recent recognition includes Architizer’s 2025 Best Global Sustainable Firm.

What we’re looking for:

We are looking to welcome an experienced Senior Interior Designer to help support current and upcoming projects including hotels, a museum, art center, and retail spaces. As a self-directed and collaborative member of our team, you will:

What you would do:

• Serve as primary contact with clients, consultants, and relevant authorities on all assigned projects.
• Organize and lead contract negotiations.
• Develop schedules, budget, and forecast resources for the Interior Design team.
• Perform quality control for all project presentation outputs and documentation.
• Write specifications covering interior design matters, including performance of code reviews.
• Conceptualize and design complex projects from pre-design through construction documents and contract administration phases
• Work directly and effectively with vendors and contractors
• Lead, coach, and mentor junior and intermediate interiors team members.

What we value:

• Interior Design degree or diploma from an accredited program.
• NCIDQ certification (or working towards it) would be considered an asset
• Minimum of 10+ years of interior design experience across a broad range of project types.
• Exceptional knowledge in design
• Exceptional design and graphics skills.
• Self-motivated; ability to manage time well and work efficiently towards deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English.
• Excellent leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring design team members
• Working knowledge of Canadian and International Building Codes.
• Proficiency with design and procurement of interior specification grade finishes, FF&E and lighting
• Experience producing contract documents in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Working knowledge of Sketchup, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Suite, and/or other design-related software.
• Experience with wayfinding is an asset
• Collaborative and professional work ethic

MGA is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, and the opportunity to grow with our team in a collaborative and fun, open-office environment.