Senior Interior Designer

At Perkins&Will, we take a human-centric approach to culture-building and placemaking: People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in the power of design to enhance lives—to make the world a better, more beautiful place. Whether it’s through a workplace, a building, or an entire city, we aim to create joyful experiences that strengthen the spirit of community. Each of us has a critical role to play.We are looking for a Senior Interior Project Designer with experience in various market sectors to join our integrated practice. This person will help to lead design direction, manage teams, participate in marketing efforts and form client relationships in order to contribute to the overall success of our Ontario practice.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for leading all phases of the design process with a high level of proficiency, expertise, and creativity while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.Initiates and creates detailed design concepts with ability to develop functional requirements and project-design criteria.Exhibits understanding of and leadership in the architectural design process and integration of standalone interiors projects and design concepts.Leads interior design efforts and project teams including design direction and client engagement.Uses graphic storytelling to advance the project delivery and scope.Participates in marketing efforts, leads design presentations to prospective clients, and develops successful client relationships.Prepares client presentation packages, external publications, and award submissions.Reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.Leads collaborative teams in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.Demonstrates strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance and design ideas.Mentors staff.Accountable for effective coordination with clients, partners, and consultants throughout the entire project.General proficiencies10-15 years of experienceBIMBuilding codes and guidelines as applicable (ADA, FGI, etc)Programming, planning, and site analysisPreliminary design studiesContract documentsField observations and measurementsLife safety requirementsFurniture and interior product specificationsFurniture bid packagesConstruction contract administrationCost estimates and calculationsAccessibility and zoning analysisDocumentation of Living Design data, including material healthFrequently Used SoftwareAdvanced knowledge of 2D/3D production softwareAdvanced RevitConceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and GrasshopperMicrosoft Office / Adobe SuiteVisualization tools such as Enscape and VRayPresentation tools such as InDesign and PhotoshopEnvironmental Analysis software such Ladybug and Climate StudioLicensure/Certification/EducationLEED GA within 6 months of hire Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, CPHC/CPHE Passive House Institute Certified Passive HouseProfessional interiors licensureBachelor's degree in interiors, architecture or, related discipline requiredOur StudioWe are steps away from many amenities and also easily accessible by bike, public transportation and car. The studio is open concept and represents our collaborative approach to our work.Our packageA very competitive benefit package that includes paying for association dues and professional developmentFitness and transit reimbursementHealth and dental benefitsGroup RRSPRRSP MatchingPaid parental leaveQualified and interested candidates should submit a resume, portfolio and cover letter.Perkins&Will has established and adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity Employment policy (“EEO”), which is part of the Company’s Human Resources Policy. The purpose of this EEO policy is to ensure that all employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, provincial, or local law. In some cases, local laws and regulations may provide greater protections than those outlined here and employees will be covered by the laws of their local jurisdiction. #J-18808-Ljbffr