Intermediate Interior Designer

INTERMEDIATE INTERIOR DESIGNER – Yellowknife, NWT

Taylor Architecture Group (TAG) is looking for an Intermediate Interior Designer to join our multi-disciplinary practice at our Yellowknife office.

Working alongside architects, mechanical and electrical engineers, and our in-house research team, you will contribute to large-scale civic, educational, and institutional facility projects, as well as smaller-scale commercial or residential projects. TAG works across the far north with projects located in some of the most remote communities in the country. Travel on small aircraft and remote winter roads will be a requirement of the position. If you have two to five years’ experience with interior design and you are looking for an opportunity that is out of the ordinary, we’d love to hear from you.

About TAG

TAG was founded in Yellowknife over 40 years ago and since that time we have been committed to developing our practice entirely in the northern context focusing exclusively on northern building projects and resisting market pressures to outsource elements of our practice to southern or overseas labor markets. Our practice has grown to include four design teams led by licensed architects, a dedicated Interior design team, and specialist research and support staff. In 2018 we added TAG Engineering to the TAG group of companies to enable us to deliver integrated Architectural, Mechanical, and Electrical engineering design services for our clients.

Our approach is iterative, integrated, and process driven. Every project is unique, with unique challenges and opportunities. Using our experience, we develop approaches that address the challenging climate, the unique culture and context, and construction challenges (logistics of shipping materials, working in the cold, etc.). We design to high energy efficiency standards and work closely with communities to develop buildings that work best for their needs. We understand that each project – from vehicle storage garages to community centres – is extremely important to the host community. We aim to deliver deep and lasting value with every project we undertake.

At TAG you will have the opportunity to explore design responses to issues like climate change, Indigenous/settler reconciliation, poverty reduction, and social justice. You will also gain hands-on experience with project delivery in some of the most challenging logistical and climate environments anywhere on Earth.

The successful candidate will join an established network of designers and will contribute management/ mentorship skills to support the success of ongoing projects. This person will be enthusiastic about collaborative design and will foster positive relations with clients and consultants, while being technically proficient in their field.

For examples of our work, visit https://tagyk.com.

Duties

Reporting to the interior design lead, you will assume responsibility for the interior design scope of various projects and collaborate with architectural team leads, to assist in:

1. Development of design and documentation, such as floor plans, elevations and details, millwork drawings, furniture, and finish plans.
2. Interior floor plans
3. Finish plans (such as floor seaming plan and reflected ceiling plan)
4. Furniture plans
5. Interior elevations and sections
6. Millwork drawings and details
7. Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E) Specifications and schedules
8. Signage and wayfinding
9. Other, as required by projects.
10. Production of 3D models, interior renderings, and presentation materials.
11. Creation and updates of project specifications.
12. Request of samples, creation, and assembly of sample boards for interior finishes and furniture.
13. Maintain the organization of the samples library documents and materials, research, and database management of existing and new materials and products.
14. Tender and Construction Administration services, including attending project meetings, taking minutes, updating communication records, and coordinating site reviews and reports with other consultants.
15. Assist on-site services such as-built measurements, furniture inventories, site reviews, and reports.
16. Develop and coordinate FF&E schedules, door and door hardware schedules, finish schedules, etc.
17. Undertake project research including cultural, site, and material investigations, communication with manufacturer and distributer representatives.

Qualifications

1. Graduated from an accredited Interior Design program, or related field (such as architecture with interior design experience).
2. Required experience: 2-5 years in interior design which must include some commercial or non-residential work. Experience with administrative, cultural, educational, and healthcare facilities will be a good fit for TAG’s portfolio.
3. Proficient in:

• Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• AutoCAD
• Revit (familiarity and experience strongly preferred but training can be provided to the right candidate)
• SketchUp or similar program for 3D creation and renders.
• Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point)

It would be beneficial, though not required, for the proponent to have some experience in the following:

• Northern experience
• Knowledge of CSA B651.
• Bluebeam Revu
• Hand drawing/rendering

Length of Contract: This is a full time (37.5 hr/week), permanent position located in Yellowknife, NWT.

Moving Costs: A moving expense stipend will be provided by TAG. Temporary housing is available upon arrival in Yellowknife until the candidate secures permanent housing.

Salary and benefits: Salary and benefits to be commensurate with experience; full benefits package available.

How to apply: Please submit your CV and portfolio to careers@tagyk.com.