Junior Interior Designer

Functional Planning Services

• Supports the Sr Workplace Strategist and other studio members in information gathering and functional planning activities.
• Develops stacking and blocking plans as well as detailed space requirements workbooks.
• Supports the development of room data sheets for typical and special purpose spaces as required by the project, particularly drafting requirements and 3D modeling as required.
• Supports the delivery of information gathering workshops.
• Supports requirements documentation.

Space Layout & Interior Design Services

• Works with other studio team members to apply information from the functional program through space layout and design activities to translate requirements into functional space layouts in AutoCAD.
• Supports the development of interior design and furniture concept documents including research of materials/finishes as required, ordering samples and obtaining other technical information.
• Supports the development of digital presentations to communicate design concepts, options and intent in support of client decision making.
• Renders design ideas in the form of 3-D renderings, work drawings, plans, models and schemes using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Performs site verification, site measurements, furniture inventory and equipment inventory.
• Delivers space planning services including layouts for reconfigurations and or minor modifications.
• Develops complete working drawing packages and specifications for low complexity design projects in accordance with all applicable codes and standards under the direction of Intermediate and Senior designers.
• Provides other interior design services as required.
• Complies with all regulatory, environmental, health and safety requirements.
• Incorporates sustainable practices, where practical, into project delivery, in accordance with client and BGIS processes.
• Supports the completions of technical assessments of client locations in support of strategic planning and programs.

Furniture Procurement Support

• Supports the development of detailed furniture specifications and documentation required to procure furniture in accordance with the client standards, requirements and supply arrangements and procurement policies.
• Develops detailed workpoint typicals to communicate functional requirements including 3D models.
• Supports the development of tender documents for the client.
• Supports the hand‑off of delivery and installation of furniture to the MAC team and provides assistance as required through the implementation process.

Project Management Support

• Manages time on different tasks effectively and reports delays, barriers to progress and or schedule impacts to their project lead.
• Supports the development and management of project reporting materials.
• Reports progress to the project lead on a regular basis to support the effective management of project schedules and costs.

Relationship Management

• Maintains positive relations to meet client objectives.
• Effectively and pro‑actively communicates with stakeholders, such as Clients, contractors and project lead to ensure client satisfaction and BGIS’s success.
• Develops strong internal relationships with other lines of business in order to ensure alignment and promote and support integrated delivery of services – One BGIS.

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in interior design and documentation. (1‑5 years in interior design role delivering interior design projects)
• Strong drafting and AutoCAD skills. (Experience with and understanding of activity‑based workplace models is an asset)
• Ability to develop 3D models and rendering using Sketchup, AutoCAD 3D or other. (Experience planning and designing corporate interiors including work with specification of systems furniture)
• Working knowledge and understanding of building and fire codes, accessibility standards and other industry standards such as LEED, WELL or others. (Experience space planning and working drawing development.)
• Ability to develop creative and functional interior design solutions to solve client issues in partnership with more senior team members. (Experience working through the full lifecycle of a project from program development to implementation)
• Strong communication skills (written, oral and visual) to effectively convey design information and intent as well as general relationship and service delivery tasks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills. (Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously)
• Software proficiencies including MS Excel, MS Project, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook, AutoCAD, Sket