Intermediate Interior Designer

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Comprehensive benefits

Extended health and dental

Wellness programs

Professional membership reimbursement

Job summary

Zeidler Architecture in Vancouver is seeking an Intermediate Interior Designer to join the Vancouver Studio; contribute to design development, documentation, and project coordination on federal and corporate workplace projects.

You will work under senior staff, producing contract documents, shaping design direction, and collaborating with consultants. A degree in interior design, 3–5 years’ experience, and registration with a provincial association are required; security clearance asset.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Interior Design from a recognized institution.
• 3–5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Registered Interior Designer in good standing with a provincial association (AAA/ARIDO/IDA/IDIBC) required.
• PSPC security clearance is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop design ideas and contribute to the evolution of the overall concept.
• Prepare presentations and design packages with limited oversight.
• Create and develop detailed drawings and documentation in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Assist with FF&E selections, layouts, and schedules.
• Coordinate with consultants to integrate building systems and interior elements.
• Assist in contract administration tasks including RFIs and site visits.
• Participate in internal and external project meetings.
• Track and update product specifications and material boards.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Design & detailing

Education

Degree or diploma in Interior Design

Registered Interior Designer

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction

At Zeidler Architecture, webelieve that design has the power to shape experiences and transformcommunities. As a leading Canadian architectural practice with a legacyspanning over 70 years, we are known for delivering thoughtful, innovative, andenduring design solutions across sectors and geographies.

Rooted in a deep commitment tocollaboration, design excellence, and sustainability, Zeidler brings together adiverse team of professionals united by a shared purpose: to create impactfularchitecture that connects people and elevates the built environment.

We are currently seeking an InteriorDesigner to join the Vancouver Studio to work on federal and corporate workplaceprojects.

Job Summary

The Intermediate InteriorDesigner is an intermediate-level contributor who plays a key role in design development,documentation, and project coordination. The role includes increasedresponsibility in producing contract documents and contributing to designdirection under the guidance of senior staff. For this particular role, we expect the Interior Designer to be well versed in project delivery and hands-on production.

Key Responsibilities

Design and Documentation

• Developdesign ideas and contribute to the evolution of the overall concept.
• Preparepresentations and design packages with limited oversight.
• Createand develop detailed drawings and documentation in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Assistwith FF&E selections, layouts, and schedules

Project Support and Coordination

• Coordinate with consultants anddisciplines to integrate building systems and interior elements.
• Assist in contract administration tasksincluding RFIs, shop drawing review, and site visits.
• Participate in internal and externalproject meetings.
• Track and update product specificationsand material boards.
• Ensure all work aligns with the firm’sProject Delivery standards, including proper use of filing systems,adherence to architectural procedures, and compliance with drawing anddocumentation protocols.

Team and Culture

• Contribute to a positive studio culturethrough collaboration and mentorship of junior staff.
• Be responsive to feedback and takeinitiative in problem-solving.
• Support knowledge sharing within the team.
• Able to work in a collaborative, in-officeenvironment (100% in-office presence required to support direct teamengagement and effective cross-functional coordination)

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Interior Design froma recognized institution.
• 3–5 years of relevant professionalexperience.
• Registered Interior Designer in goodstanding with a provincial interior design association (e.g., AAA, ARIDO,IDA, IDIBC) is required.
• Prior security clearance with PublicServices and Procurement Canada (PSPC) is considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, AdobeCreative Suite, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong design and detailing skills.
• Experience with contract documentation andproject coordination.

Why Join Us?

AtZeidler, you’ll be part of a nationally respected architectural practice withdeep Canadian roots and a legacy of award-winning work across sectors—fromcivic landmarks and community spaces to advanced research and workplaceenvironments.

Wefoster a collaborative, inclusive studio culture that values creativity,accountability, and design integrity. With studios in Toronto, Calgary, and Vancouver, we offer the opportunity to work on projects acrossthe country and beyond, supported by teams who are passionate aboutarchitecture’s potential to make a positive impact.

Here’swhat you can expect as part of our team:

• Arespectful, supportive, and engaging in-office environment
• Opportunitiesfor mentorship, leadership, and professional growth at all levels
• Astrong commitment to sustainability and continuous learning
• Competitivecompensation with an annual profit share
• Comprehensivebenefits, including extended health and dental, EFAP, wellness spending,and professional membership reimbursement
• PATODays (additional time off around long weekends and holiday closures)
• Wellnessinitiatives, training programs, and social events that strengthen ourstudio culture

Zeidleris committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, and westand by our principles for a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.