SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER

Royal Architectural Institute of Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural organization in Toronto is looking for a Senior Interior Designer to lead innovative corporate workplace projects. With a minimum of 8 years of experience in interior design, you will oversee project teams and client relationships. This role emphasizes creativity and strategy, alongside mentoring junior designers. Candidates should have a strong portfolio and possess NCIDQ certification. Enjoy a hybrid work schedule that includes collaboration on-site to drive projects from concept to completion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in corporate workplace interior design projects.
• Exceptional design skills with a strong portfolio.
• Experience in managing project teams and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead design from concept to completion.
• Manage and mentor a team of designers.
• Oversee client relationships and resolve disputes.
• Contribute to industry events and studio culture.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Interior design expertise

Team mentoring

Project management

Education

NCIDQ certification

Job description

SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER
TORONTO, ONTARIO
$80,000 - $90,000 Annually
HYBRID

Step into Toronto’s most high-profile interiors projects and lead the design that everyone will notice.

We’re on the hunt for a dynamic Senior Designer to lead front-end project delivery for corporate workplace interiors in our Toronto studio. You’ll translate client needs into high-energy, innovative design concepts that align with vision and expectations. This leadership role centers on strategy, visioning, and the full creative process from concept through completion, guiding a team of intermediate and junior designers to craft award-winning, custom design solutions. With a minimum of 10 years of experience, you’ll bring refined design chops, a standout portfolio, and the ability to manage client relationships, resources, and project outcomes with confidence. If you’re passionate about corporate workplace design and want to shape bold, high-profile spaces, this is your role.

Role responsibilities

• Lead and direct design from concept to completion, translating client requirements into forward-thinking, high-energy concepts.
• Provide strong front-end leadership on projects, shaping strategy, visioning, and the overall creative process.
• Manage and mentor a team of intermediate and junior designers, including day-to-day oversight, budgets, and schedules.
• Actively participate in studio resourcing meetings to ensure staffing aligns with project needs.
• Maintain continuous liaison with the Partner responsible for assigned projects, ensuring alignment and accountability.
• Manage client relationships, navigate concerns, and resolve disputes to maintain momentum and satisfaction.
• Share knowledge and mentor others, contributing to knowledge leadership within the studio.
• Oversee the completion of permittable drawings, including dialogue with subconsultants.
• Assist in sourcing and selecting new Junior and Intermediate staff to strengthen the team.
• Communicate work progress and deliverables regularly to senior staff, ensuring proper handover for coverage when needed.
• Represent the studio at industry events and participate in firm activities that contribute to culture.
• Contribute to industry and firm participation beyond project work, fostering a collaborative and innovative studio environment.
• Demonstrate successful completion of the NCIDQ examination.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in corporate workplace interior design projects.
• Exceptional and refined design skills with a portfolio of beautiful, innovative concepts and projects.
• Proven leadership experience overseeing project teams, budgets, and schedules.
• Strong client management abilities, with experience managing and resolving client concerns.
• Experience in producing permittable drawings and coordinating with subconsultants.
• Ability to mentor and develop junior/intermediate designers.
• Active involvement in industry events and firm culture initiatives.
• NCIDQ certification completed.

About the role environment

• Location: Toronto
• Teams collaborate closely on-site to move projects from concept to completion
• Hybrid Schedule: WFH Mon & Fri
• Our portfolio includes high-profile, landmark interiors that push boundaries and set trends