Senior Interior Designer

Job Description

<h3>Job Description</h3><p>Job Description<p><strong>SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER</strong><br /><strong>TORONTO, ONTARIO</strong><br /><strong>$80,000 - $90,000 Annually<br />HYBRID</strong><br><br>Step into Toronto’s most high-profile interiors projects and lead the design that everyone will notice.<br><br>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.<br><br> Role responsibilities<br /><ul><li>Lead and direct design from concept to completion, translating client requirements into forward-thinking, high-energy concepts.</li><li>Provide strong front-end leadership on projects, shaping strategy, visioning, and the overall creative process.</li><li>Manage and mentor a team of intermediate and junior designers, including day-to-day oversight, budgets, and schedules.</li><li>Actively participate in studio resourcing meetings to ensure staffing aligns with project needs.</li><li>Maintain continuous liaison with the Partner responsible for assigned projects, ensuring alignment and accountability.</li><li>Manage client relationships, navigate concerns, and resolve disputes to maintain momentum and satisfaction.</li><li>Share knowledge and mentor others, contributing to knowledge leadership within the studio.</li><li>Oversee the completion of permittable drawings, including dialogue with subconsultants.</li><li>Assist in sourcing and selecting new Junior and Intermediate staff to strengthen the team.</li><li>Communicate work progress and deliverables regularly to senior staff, ensuring proper handover for coverage when needed.</li><li>Represent the studio at industry events and participate in firm activities that contribute to culture.</li><li>Contribute to industry and firm participation beyond project work, fostering a collaborative and innovative studio environment.</li><li>Demonstrate successful completion of the NCIDQ examination.</li></ul> Qualifications<br /><ul><li>Minimum 8 years of experience in corporate workplace interior design projects.</li><li>Exceptional and refined design skills with a portfolio of beautiful, innovative concepts and projects.</li><li>Proven leadership experience overseeing project teams, budgets, and schedules.</li><li>Strong client management abilities, with experience managing and resolving client concerns.</li><li>Experience in producing permittable drawings and coordinating with subconsultants.</li><li>Ability to mentor and develop <span >junior/intermediate</span> designers.</li><li>Active involvement in industry events and firm culture initiatives.</li><li>NCIDQ certification completed.</li></ul> About the role environment<br /><ul><li>Location: Toronto</li><li>Teams collaborate closely on-site to move projects from concept to completion</li><li>Hybrid Schedule: WFH Mon & Fri</li><li>Our portfolio includes high-profile, landmark interiors that push boundaries and set trends</li></ul><strong>DMC Recruitment uses a CRM system that includes AI-assisted screening and summary. However a human consultant makes the final decision on the suitability of every candidate for every role.</strong><br /><strong>This posting is for an existing vacancy.</strong></p></p>