Senior Designer, Interiors

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm is seeking a Senior Designer, Interiors, to enhance their innovative projects that improve health and well-being. This role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and design excellence, requiring a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in the field. Ideal candidates will have a strong portfolio and be active in industry associations.

Qualifications

• Active Interior Design Certificate holder or Registered Architect.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in a relevant design firm.
• NCIDQ certificate holder required.

Responsibilities

• Partner with project leadership to support operational goals.
• Develop business development skills to win new projects.
• Mentor team members and promote design excellence.

Skills

Collaboration

Mentoring

Communication

Sustainability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Adobe Creative Suite

Rhino

Enscape

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves : What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story : ' https : / / www.hdrinc.com / our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR is seeking a Senior Designer, Interiors , to join our growing team and continue the legacy of providing our clients and communities with creative design solutions that enhance the health and human condition of those they serve. HDR is home to world-class expertise, and the Senior Designer serves as our team’s connection to those capabilities.

A Senior Designer embodies high standards of design excellence and innovation, integrated within the firm’s overall design strategy. Responsibilities include collaborating across disciplines and market sectors in project delivery, clearly presenting and documenting design concepts to all stakeholders, and demonstrating expert-level knowledge of the interior design process from programming through to construction administration. The role involves developing professional networks and new business opportunities, advancing your craft, mentoring team members, and providing guidance to project teams and individuals. As a Senior Designer, you will lead by example, inspire your team, and actively promote our collaborative culture.

Senior Designer, Interiors at HDR with mentorship and guidance from Interiors Leadership, will participate in the following :

• Partner with Interiors and Project Leadership to support operational plans and processes that meet project excellence goals.
• Develop emerging Business Development skills to contribute to pursuits, client interviews, and presentations to Win New Projects / Clients.
• Advocate for the improvement and maintenance of project excellence.
• Serve as a Role Model and Mentor, positively motivating, challenging and inspiring others to pursue Design Excellence.
• Contribute within Formal and Informal Design Reviews.
• Support Office Environments to promote Design Excellence and HDR's brand.
• Promote HDR to potential candidates and assist with the interview process for new hires when appropriate.
• Demonstrate Technical related to the creation and completion of documents and details across all project phases.
• Encourage sustainable approaches and practices that promote healthy environments and the well-being of occupants.
• Collaborate and Co-create ideas and concepts within a team, and across disciplines in the successful delivery of projects at all scales and complexity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Interior Design Certificate holder or Registered Architect in the country you reside
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs
• Skilled in Revit and Bluebeam
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional Registration / Licensure at the local level
• Developing skills in team leadership, collaboration, mentoring, motivational / organizational and people skills
• Active member in industry associations
• Sustainability Credentials / Accreditations / Certificates in the country you reside
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino, and Enscape
• Stronger consideration will be given to candidates with Health, Science, Higher Education and / or Civic experience
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in relevant design firm environment
• NCIDQ certificate holder
• ID license in state or province where applicable

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic / Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Primary Location

Interiors

Schedule

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Interior Design

Job Posting

Job Posting

May 26, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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