Technical Designer/Technologist

Ste Marie; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design studio in Vancouver is seeking a Design Technician to support hospitality and mixed-use projects. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of Interior Design experience, strong AutoCAD skills, and a passion for design. This dynamic role involves developing design solutions, producing construction documents, and collaborating with project teams to ensure design excellence.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in Interior Design, specializing in hospitality and high-rise residential design.
• Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Strong technical portfolio showcasing design passion.

Responsibilities

• Develop design solutions and produce construction documents.
• Verify design drawings conform to specifications and models.
• Participate in design development and construction documentation phases.

Skills

Interior Design experience

AutoCAD proficiency

Sketchup proficiency

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency

Organization skills

Education

Diploma or degree in Interior Design, Building Technology, or Architecture

Tools

BIM models

Bluebeam

Microsoft 365

Job description

Overview

STUDIO Ste Marie’s singular purpose is to bring possible worlds to life; we exist to evoke a feeling, engineer experiences, and to activate that which can and should be. As an internationally recognized studio with offices in Vancouver and Toronto, we develop hospitality, mixed-use, food and beverage, wellness, and commercial projects for industry-leading clients domestically and internationally.

We shape the world through the lens of user experience, hospitality, and immersion, constantly prioritizing the human experience in our work. Through a skilled team of experts, we offer end-to-end design services, encompassing programming, concept & envisioning, brand ideation, interior design, FF&E selection, procurement and coordination, and art and styling services.

Role

The Design Technician supports hospitality, mixed-use, and multi-residential projects by developing design solutions, producing construction documents, and coordinating with project teams. This role requires technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to design excellence.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and understand project briefs and conceptual design to create comprehensive drawings & specifications, with guidance.
• Verify design drawings conform to specifications and 3D models.
• Resolve technical and design issues with innovative solutions.
• Adhere to strict internal drawing standards, documentation procedures, and time tracking.
• Participate in design development, construction documentation, and contract administration phases.
• Coordinate with designers and project managers to resolve design conflicts.
• Review submittals, respond to RFIs, and issue Site Instructions as required.
• Self-guided quality assurance for each submission.
• Meet project deadlines.
• Communicate workload and support needs within the team.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years Interior Design experience, specializing in hospitality and high-rise residential design.
• Diploma or degree in Interior Design, Building Technology or Architecture.
• Excellence in AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in Sketchup, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, and Microsoft 365
• Experience with BIM models and CadMakers reports an asset but not a requirement.
• Good knowledge of building codes, design detailing, construction and millwork practices.
• Good understanding of design stages and construction sequencing, and deliverables and level of detailing for each stage.
• Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the flexibility to work on multiple projects at the same time in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate about design with a strong technical portfolio.

Role Information

This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties may be required from time to time. Job descriptions will be reviewed regularly and where necessary revised in accordance with organizational needs. Major changes will be discussed with the employee.

Ste Marie is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.