Intermediate Designer

THE Hospitality Industry Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique interior design studio in Toronto is seeking an Intermediate Interior Designer with 5+ years of hospitality design experience. This role involves developing design concepts, managing projects, and collaborating with a talented team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in AutoCAD and have excellent communication skills. They offer a competitive salary and a supportive work environment focused on professional development.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant hospitality and entertainment design experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in design software including AutoCAD and Revit.
• Knowledge of building codes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present new design ideas and operational floor plans.
• Prepare Design Development drawings and guide final Contract Documents.
• Lead the drawing review process and communicate with teams.
• Manage ongoing communications with clients and consultants.
• Assume small to medium project management roles as needed.

Skills

Hospitality and entertainment design experience

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Revit proficiency

Sketchup proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency

Knowledge of building codes

Job description

mackaywong is a boutique interior design and branding studio that is passionate about bringing brilliant social spaces to life. Our award-winning team dreams up exciting and complex projects such as casinos, resorts and entertainment venues throughout Canada and the United States. Our HQ is located in Toronto’s bustling Entertainment District and our new loft-style studio is designed for collaboration, innovation, and rewarding work. At mackaywong, our employees’ well-being is a top priority and we are committed to helping our designers grow professionally and thrive creatively.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking an Intermediate Interior Designer to join our growing team of creative professionals. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of relevant hospitality and entertainment design experience. This is an exciting opportunity to make a big impact, quickly grow your professional skills, and work with a team of brilliant dreamers and doers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applicant is able to develop & offer new design ideas, including preparing operational floor plans, design concepts and presentations
• Complete a detailed site measure (including M&E) and required drawing retrieval
• Prepare constructible Design Development drawings to guide final Contract Documents
• Lead and manage the drawing review/redlining process and communicate results to the design and production teams
• Initiate Building Code reviews and ensure compliance for the Project Leader’s review
• Delegate, create and review FF&E specifications with guidance from Project Leader
• Prepare and distribute accurate meeting minutes
• Manage ongoing communication with the client group, consultants, and project group as required
• Prepare and manage Tender Addendums, RFI’s, and other tender administration tasks
• Administrative project setup and production of VE initiatives
• Ability to assume small to medium project management roles from design to completion with guidance from the Project Leader
• Attend construction meetings if required by the Project Leader/Studio Leader
• Complete Deficiency walk through and summary report
• Supervise art/signage installations as required by the Project Leader/Studio Leader
• Complete project filing of own paperwork throughout the project

REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant hospitality and entertainment design experience, with an emphasis in Hotel & Resort Design
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and teamwork abilities
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup, MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite
• Knowledge and familiarity with building codes
• Professional work ethic and attention to detail

WHAT WE OFFER

• A unique opportunity to join a small, but brilliant team of creative professionals
• A collaborative and inspiring work environment located in Toronto’s Entertainment District
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A competitive salary and benefits package

HOW TO APPLY

If you are a talented and motivated Intermediate Interior Designer, please send your resume, cover letter and portfolio to [e-mail] . We will review every application carefully and give primary consideration to candidates with relevant experience. Join our team and help bring brilliant social spaces to life.

At mackaywong, we value diversity and equal opportunities and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Primary consideration will be given to candidates who meet the requirements and qualifications outlined in the job description.

Join our award-winning creative team and start your journey at mackaywong today!