Senior Interior Designer

Our client, an interdisciplinary design studio with a focus on commercial projects, is seeking an Senior Interior Designer to join their team. This is a permanent, full-time position, offering a base salary of $90-110k, plus a competitive vacation and benefits package. This is a hybrid role with weekly meet ups at their Woodstock, Ontario office and with some travel throughout Ontario and Canada for client meetings, site visits, workshops, and project implementation.
As a Senior Interior Designer, you will lead the planning, design, documentation, and execution of commercial interior projects. You'll collaborate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to deliver thoughtful, buildable environments that align with brand, operational, and customer experience objectives.
In addition to project leadership, you'll contribute to design standards, mentor team members, and help strengthen processes that support the continued growth of the practice.
Responsibilities
Lead commercial interior projects from concept development through construction and implementation.
Develop space planning strategies, interior design concepts, and customer experience environments.
Translate client goals, brand objectives, and operational requirements into effective design solutions.
Prepare and oversee construction documentation, including plans, elevations, millwork details, finish schedules, and specifications.
Coordinate consultants, contractors, fabricators, vendors, and suppliers throughout project delivery.
Review shop drawings, site progress, and project quality to ensure design intent is maintained.
Support prototype development and multi-location rollout programs.
Present design solutions, lead project meetings, and build strong client relationships.
Mentor junior and intermediate designers while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Contribute to process improvements, documentation standards, and technical best practices.
Requirements
8+ years of commercial interior design, architecture, or architectural technology experience.
Proven experience leading projects from concept through construction.
Strong portfolio showcasing commercial interiors and technical detailing.
Diploma or degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Architectural Technology, Environmental Design, or a related field.
Expertise in commercial construction documentation, detailing, materials, and building methods.
Experience coordinating consultants, contractors, suppliers, and fabricators.
Strong project management, client-facing, presentation, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high quality standards.
ARIDO registration or eligibility is considered a strong asset.
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