Intermediate Interior Designer

Kasian Architecture Interior Design and Planning; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kasian Architecture Interior Design and Planning in Vancouver seeks an Intermediate Interior Designer to join our team. You will develop design concepts, space plans, and presentations, while producing drawings and specifications for a variety of projects in hospitality and multi-family sectors.

You’ll collaborate with principals, associate directors, and consultants to ensure design quality aligns with client programs and budgets.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Interior Design.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in hospitality and multi-family sectors.
• Registration with a provincial regulatory board is an asset.
• Strong knowledge and proficiency in graphics software (Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Suite).
• Excellent graphic presentation and strong conceptual design skills.
• Understanding of the construction and construction administration process.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with Principals and Associates to take on a key role in the design process, including creating design concepts and presentation materials.
• Participate in client presentations and actively build relationships with clients through the project process.
• Keep current with innovative and forward-thinking design, including research on products and materials.
• Prepare layouts, sketches and space plans required to convey design intent.
• Produce design and contract documentation in alignment with Kasian’s standards of quality, client program and budget needs.
• Coordinate with project consultants (electrical, mechanical, structural), contractors and vendors.
• Interpret and conform to building codes and bylaws.
• Prepare outline specifications and assist in detailed specification development.
• Assist with contract administration, including shop drawing reviews.

Skills

Interior design

Conceptual design

Client presentations

Project management

Education

Interior Design degree/diploma

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Suite

Job description

Welcome to Kasian, where almost 40 years of design excellence has sparked a passion for transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences. Our passion is strengthening connections between people and places by creating built environments that inspire and improve lives. With offices across Canada, we leverage the experience of our 250+ Kasian team members to deliver innovative and unique design solutions in multiple market sectors: commercial, workplace, healthcare, senior living, industrial, transportation, post-secondary and other public opportunities.

The Opportunity:

We have an opportunity in our Vancouver office for an Intermediate Interior Designer to join our team. We are looking for a talented and creative individual to support our exciting portfolio of stand-alone and integrated projects. At the intermediate level, our Interior Designers are involved in developing design concepts, space planning, preparing presentations, producing drawings and research materials, interacting with clients, and managing projects. Experience in the Hospitality and Multi-family sectors is essential.

What you’ll be doing at Kasian:

• Work directly with Principals and Associates to take on a key role in the design process, including creating design concepts and presentation materials
• Participate in client presentations and actively build relationships with clients through the project process
• Keep current with innovative and forward-thinking design, including research on products and materials
• Prepare layouts, sketches and space plans required to convey design intent
• Produce design and contract documentation in alignment with Kasian’s standards of quality, client program and budget needs
• Coordinate with project consultants (ie., electrical, mechanical, structural), contractors and vendors
• Interpret and conform to building codes and bylaws
• Prepare outline specifications and assist in detailed specification development
• Assist with contract administration, including shop drawing reviews

What you bring to Kasian:

• Diploma or Degree in Interior Design
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in a variety of market sectors, with a focus on hospitality and multi-family
• Registration with a provincial regulatory board is an asset
• Strong knowledge and proficiency in graphics software (Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Suite)
• Excellent graphic presentation
• Demonstrated creativity and strong conceptual design skills, with the ability to develop innovative and functional interior design solutions
• Understanding of the construction and construction administration process

What We Offer:

• A creative and collaborative environment
• National project exposure and opportunity to support high-profile pursuits
• Mentorship and learning opportunities in business strategy and development
• Great downtown office location with easy access to public transport
• Flexibility and work-life balance in a values-driven workplace