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Interior Designer

  • Vancouver, BC, Canada

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Min. 5+ years of commercial interior design experience with a strong focus on Workplace, Retail, and other branded Commercial Tenant Improvement projects.
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  • Vancouver, BC | Full-time | Permanent
  • Commercial Tenant Improvement, Retail, Workplace, Wellness,
  • $85K+ Base Salary

INTERMEDIATE INTERIOR DESIGNER

Location: Vancouver, BC

Type: Full-Time | Permanent | In-Office

Salary: $85K+ Base Salary

Shape Notable Commercial Environments

About Our Client

Are you a passionate, experienced Interior Designer who thrives on transforming ideas into exceptional commercial spaces? Do you enjoy leading projects, mentoring others, and collaborating with talented architects and designers to deliver thoughtful, well-designed, and high-impact interiors?

DMC Recruitment Group is partnering with a longstanding and notable architectural and interior design practice known for delivering design-driven branded environments across the Lower Mainland and other provinces. With a collaborative studio culture, a strong design focus, and a steady pipeline of exciting Tenant Improvement projects, this is an opportunity to take ownership of your work while continuing to grow your career alongside an experienced team.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is well-rounded, hands-on, with experience successfully delivering projects from start to completion as the Prime Consultant, either independently or with the support of a team. The ideal candidate has also worked within external, mid-size, commercial A+D firms that operate on billable hours.

What You Will Be Doing

As an Intermediate Interior Designer, you will work on projects from start to finish, balancing creative design with technical excellence and client-focused delivery. You'll play a key role in shaping inspiring environments while contributing to the studio's collaborative culture.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

  • Collaborate on commercial Tenant Improvement projects from programming through construction administration.
  • Build trusted relationships with clients to understand their goals, vision, operational needs, and project objectives.
  • Develop innovative design concepts that combine creativity, functionality, sustainability, and budget considerations.
  • Prepare engaging presentations, design narratives, and material palettes that effectively communicate design intent.
  • Produce and reviewing detailed 3D models, renderings, and visual presentations throughout the design process.
  • Research and specifying finishes, furniture, fixtures, and equipment that align with both aesthetic and performance requirements.
  • Develop and produce high-quality, coordinated construction documentation and ensuring technical accuracy.
  • Collaborate closely with senior interior designers, architects, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders throughout every phase of the project.
  • Participate in design reviews and studio collaboration sessions.

WHAT YOU BRING

We're looking for a confident design professional who enjoys both the creative and technical aspects of commercial interior design and is ready to take on a meaningful role that makes an impact.

You Bring

  • Min. 5+ years of commercial interior design experience with a strong focus on Workplace, Retail, and other branded Commercial Tenant Improvement projects.
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design from an accredited program preferred.
  • NCIDQ certification and Registered Interior Designer (RID) designation, or eligibility for registration preferred.
  • Strong experience working within architectural or multidisciplinary design firms.
  • Excellent knowledge of construction documentation, detailing, building systems, and current BC Building Codes and local bylaws.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to confidently engage clients and project teams.
  • Strong project management skills with experience managing multiple concurrent projects.
  • Advanced proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • A collaborative mindset, positive attitude, and passion for creating outstanding interior environments.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS OPPORTUNITY

This Is An Opportunity To Join a Design-driven Studio Where Ideas And Expertise Are Valued And Advancement Within The Company Is Possible. You'll Work On Diverse Commercial Projects Alongside a Talented Team That Believes Great Design Comes From Collaboration, Curiosity, And Continuous Learning. In Addition, Our Client Offers

  • Hybrid with one day WFH
  • Extended medical and dental coverage
  • Professional membership dues coverage
  • Professional exam fee coverage
  • Professional Development allowance
  • Cell phone allowance
  • Bonus/profit-sharing opportunity
  • Office closure between Christmas and New Year's Day
  • Team building activities
  • Career advancement to potential leadership opportunity

If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact and take ownership on design-focused projects that build an impressive portfolio of commercial interiors, we'd love to hear from you.

More about this job

Responsibilities

Lead commercial tenant improvement projects from programming through construction administration, developing design concepts and maintaining client relationships throughout. Prepare presentations, 3D models, specifications, and coordinated construction documents while collaborating with designers, architects, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

Candidates should have at least five years of commercial interior design experience, particularly with workplace, retail, and branded tenant improvement projects, and experience in an architectural or multidisciplinary design firm. A bachelor's degree in interior design is preferred, as are NCIDQ certification and RID designation or eligibility; strong technical, communication, project management, and software skills are also expected.

Skills

  • Commercial Interior Design
  • Tenant Improvement Projects
  • Workplace Design
  • Retail Design
  • Project Management
  • Design Concept Development
  • Presentation Skills
  • 3D Modeling And Rendering
  • Finish And Furniture Specification
  • Construction Documentation
  • Building Systems
  • BC Building Codes
  • Revit
  • AutoCAD
  • SketchUp

Benefits

  • Extended Medical And Dental Coverage
  • Professional Membership Dues Coverage
  • Professional Exam Fee Coverage
  • Professional Development Allowance
  • Cell Phone Allowance
  • Bonus Or Profit-Sharing Opportunity
  • Office Closure Between Christmas And New Year's Day
  • Team-Building Activities
  • Career Advancement Opportunity

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Categories

  • Art & Design
  • Construction
  • Management & Leadership
  • Retail

Keywords

  • Commercial Interior Design
  • Tenant Improvement
  • Workplace Design
  • Retail Design
  • Branded Environments
  • Programming
  • Construction Administration
  • Client Relationships
  • Design Concepts
  • Sustainable Design
  • Design Presentations
  • Design Narratives
  • Material Palettes
  • 3D Modeling
  • Rendering
  • Finishes
  • Furniture
  • Fixtures And Equipment
  • Construction Documentation
  • Technical Detailing
  • Building Systems
  • BC Building Codes
  • Local Bylaws
  • Revit
  • AutoCAD
  • SketchUp
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • NCIDQ
  • Registered Interior Designer
  • Project Management

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