senior interior designer / yvr + yyc

about the role

mknly interior design is looking for an experienced senior interior designer to lead design and delivery of multi-sector design projects of varying scales and project teams — ideally with experience in luxury hospitality, retail or residential design.

details

Reports to: Director of Interior Design
Experience: 10+ years in luxury hospitality, retail, or residential design
Location: Vancouver, BC + Calgary, AB
Hours: Full-time (core hours are 9:00am to 4:00pm)
Remote eligible: No
Travel: As required for projects

responsibilities

  • Lead and manage multi-sector design projects from concept through to completion, ensuring exceptional execution and attention to detail.

  • Collaborate closely with clients, consultants and fellow team members to deliver high-quality design solutions that exceed expectations.

  • Utilize your expertise in various design genres and furniture to inspire and innovate within each project.

  • Provide mentorship and guidance to intermediate and junior team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

  • Lead the progress of design projects, ensuring timelines and budgets are met without compromising design.

about you

You push boundaries in every project you undertake and seek fast-paced work environments where collaboration and creativity are the norm. Rethinking and challenging the status quo is standard practice for you and you want to work with like-minded individuals.
If so, we want to hear from you!

your qualifications & skills

  • Bachelor's degree from a CIDA accredited Interior Design school

  • Successful completion of the NCIDQ exam

  • 10+ years of experience in designing and delivering hospitality, retail, workplace or residential design projects

  • A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of projects focused on design

  • Proficiency in design software such as Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite

  • Excellent leadership and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members and clients

  • Detail-oriented mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional design solutions

Interested candidates can send a portfolio, resume, and cover letter to careers@mckinleystudios.com

Due to the volume of interested applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

McKinley Studios is an equal opportunity employer and candidates for this position will be judged solely on their qualifications and experience. Ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender and religion are not factors in selecting a candidate for this role.

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