INTERIOR DESIGNER Job at Parkin Architects Limited in Toronto

Job Description

Job Description

Parkin Architects Limited is an employee-owned, award-winning, architectural practice firm with a proven track record in practical, innovative and economical design.

During a history spanning some 60 years, Parkin has designed some of Canada’s most notable buildings.

Parkin’s Vancouver, Toronto and Ottawa offices serve both Canadian and international clients with the immediacy and attention of a local service.

Parkin’s design influence can currently be found in eight of Canada’s provinces, and in Nunavut.

The employee-owned firm is staffed with well over 140 experienced architects, designers, project managers, administrative staff, including LEED, Evidence-Based Design and LEAN accredited professionals, many of whom are dedicated to specific market sectors.

We believe in personalizing the design experience for clients and maintaining a hands-on approach to projects. Every project we undertake has the direct involvement of Directors and Principals.

Promoting mutual trust, we address the full scope of a facility’s operational requirements, from addressing technology and space needs to optimizing everyday movements, as well as employee health, well-being and productivity.

Our unique ability to provide truly meaningful services to our clients is largely derived from the partnerships that we foster with them

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist and collaborate directly with Project Manager to execute highly creative, concept-driven interior design projects
• Ability to handle interior design projects from start to finish
• Prepare renderings and presentation material for client meetings
• Prepare complete and detailed construction drawing packages
• Source materials, finishes, fixtures and furniture
• Assist with project coordination and contract administration

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• University Degree or Diploma in Interior Design
• Minimum 3 years professional experience
• Proven ability to balance design creativity with client requirements
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch-up, Adobe Creative Suite
• Proficiency in preparing construction drawings and assist with specifications
• Excellent understanding of current building codes, building construction, details and building science
• Highly organized and detail oriented; proven track record of meeting project timelines
• Strong conceptual, graphic & design skills
• Demonstrate excellent communication and presentation skills
• Critical thinking, effective problem solving and decision-making skills
• Team player, adaptable and has a positive attitude towards learning
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as a team
• Must have a positive attitude and be enthusiastic about developing his or her interior design career
• Institutional experience in the healthcare, justice, research and sport facility areas of practice

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