Junior Interior Designer

BGIS; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 52,864 - 66,080; Full time

Job summary

BGIS is seeking a skilled interior designer to support various planning and design projects in Ottawa. The ideal candidate will have 1-5 years of experience in interior design, strong AutoCAD skills, and the ability to create functional solutions. This regular, full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $52,864 - $66,080 per annum based on qualifications.

As part of the team, you will work on diverse projects, manage relationships with clients, and contribute to the development of creative design documents. BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants to apply for this role!

Qualifications

• 1-5 years in an interior design role delivering projects.
• Experience with activity-based workplace models is an asset.
• Ability to develop creative, functional solutions for clients.
• Experience planning and designing corporate interiors.

Responsibilities

• Supports information gathering and functional planning activities.
• Develops stacking and blocking plans as well as space requirements.
• Creates interior design concepts and documentation.
• Manages time on different tasks and reports project progress.
• Maintains positive relations with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Interior design and documentation

Drafting and AutoCAD skills

3D modeling and rendering

Building and fire codes knowledge

Creative interior design solutions

Strong communication skills

Organizational and time management skills

Software proficiencies: MS Office, AutoCAD, Sketchup

Education

BAID degree from a CIDA accredited program

Working towards NCIDQ certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Sketchup

MS Excel

MS Project

Job description

Functional Planning Services

• Supports the Sr Workplace Strategist and other studio members in information gathering and functional planning activities.
• Develops stacking and blocking plans as well as detailed space requirements workbooks.
• Supports the development of room data sheets for typical and special purpose spaces as required by the project, particularly drafting requirements and 3D modeling as required.
• Supports the delivery of information gathering workshops.
• Supports requirements documentation.

Space Layout & Interior Design Services

• Works with other studio team members to apply information from the functional program through space layout and design activities to translate requirements into functional space layouts in AutoCAD.
• Supports the development of interior design and furniture concept documents including research of materials/finishes as required, ordering samples and obtaining other technical information.
• Supports the development of digital presentations to communicate design concepts, options and intent in support of client decision making.
• Renders design ideas in the form of 3-D renderings, work drawings, plans, models and schemes using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Performs site verification, site measurements, furniture inventory and equipment inventory.
• Delivers space planning services including layouts for reconfigurations and or minor modifications.
• Develops complete working drawing packages and specifications for low complexity design projects in accordance with all applicable codes and standards under the direction of Intermediate and Senior designers.
• Provides other interior design services as required.
• Complies with all regulatory, environmental, health and safety requirements.
• Incorporates sustainable practices, where practical, into project delivery, in accordance with client and BGIS processes.
• Supports the completions of technical assessments of client locations in support of strategic planning and programs.

Furniture Procurement Support

• Supports the development of detailed furniture specifications and documentation required to procure furniture in accordance with the client standards, requirements and supply arrangements and procurement policies.
• Develops detailed workpoint typicals to communicate functional requirements including 3D models.
• Supports the development of tender documents for the client.
• Supports the hand‑off of delivery and installation of furniture to the MAC team and provides assistance as required through the implementation process.

Project Management Support

• Manages time on different tasks effectively and reports delays, barriers to progress and or schedule impacts to their project lead.
• Supports the development and management of project reporting materials.
• Reports progress to the project lead on a regular basis to support the effective management of project schedules and costs.

Relationship Management

• Maintains positive relations to meet client objectives.
• Effectively and pro‑actively communicates with stakeholders, such as Clients, contractors and project lead to ensure client satisfaction and BGIS’s success.
• Develops strong internal relationships with other lines of business in order to ensure alignment and promote and support integrated delivery of services – One BGIS.

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in interior design and documentation. (1‑5 years in interior design role delivering interior design projects)
• Strong drafting and AutoCAD skills. (Experience with and understanding of activity‑based workplace models is an asset)
• Ability to develop 3D models and rendering using Sketchup, AutoCAD 3D or other. (Experience planning and designing corporate interiors including work with specification of systems furniture)
• Working knowledge and understanding of building and fire codes, accessibility standards and other industry standards such as LEED, WELL or others. (Experience space planning and working drawing development.)
• Ability to develop creative and functional interior design solutions to solve client issues in partnership with more senior team members. (Experience working through the full lifecycle of a project from program development to implementation)
• Strong communication skills (written, oral and visual) to effectively convey design information and intent as well as general relationship and service delivery tasks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills. (Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously)
• Software proficiencies including MS Excel, MS Project, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Bluebeam, Publisher.

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Working towards NCIDQ certification
• BAID degree from a CIDA accredited post‑secondary school or equivalent program (CIDA accredited)

This is a regular, full‑time position with a salary range of $52,864 - $66,080 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role.

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail].