Junior Interior Designer
Our Firm:
Our approach has always been driven by the desire to “bring space to life”. By creating dramatic interiors, with a sense of discovery, people become engaged and interactive with the spaces they use daily. We design interiors to be true to the project vision, the architecture, the landscape, the geography and to the people who will be involved with them. We constantly challenge the expected.
Portico Design Group is a Vancouver based full service interior design firm. We provide design services to both commercial and residential clients, resort operators and residential and commercial real estate developers. Our design process, combined with our strong understanding of marketing, allows us to achieve success in all types of projects, both large and small.
At Portico Design Group, we believe that a successful project is achieved through a team environment. The team environment fosters communication and cooperation at all levels. Our co-consultants, the construction team, the marketing team and the client all provide valuable resources and input. In house, we approach everything as a team effort - support is boundless, resources are vast and with 25 years of business, we run the gamut of experiences!
This Role:
Portico Design Group is looking for a highly motivated Junior Interior Designer to join our team. You are self-driven, and fueled by providing the highest quality design product. You love being a member of a team where all voices are heard and supported. You love collaborating with a consultant team to create unique, creative and well thought out spaces.
More specifically this role would involve:
- Support for Intermediate and Senior Designers with their active projects through the concept, documentation and contract admin stages
- Production of full documentation packages in CAD (drawings and specifications)
- Production of visual presentations for client meetings
- Assisting design teams with product sourcing
- Visual, written, and verbal communication with clients, suppliers, and colleagues
Requirements/Skill set:
- A degree or diploma in Interior Design
- 0-2 years working with a recognized Interior Design or Architectural Firm (experience with Developers would be an asset)
- Sound knowledge in AutoCAD, Windows, Adobe, and Sketch-up
- Ability to work on multiple tasks at a time
- Knowledge of what constitutes a documentation package
- Self-directed and able to work independently, but know when to reach out for guidance and support
- Ready to receive and welcome coaching from supervisors and colleagues
- Armed with excellent time management and organizational skills
- A desire to build strong relationships with diverse personalities both within and outside the company
- Passionate about design, creating homes for all, a positive outlook, and patience
What we offer:
- An expansive, beautiful office space (with a patio!) right at the mouth of Granville Island
- Great benefits including paid time off between Christmas and New Years
- Flexible WFH abilities when needed
- Flexible 40 hour work week
- Educational allowances for further professional development
Interested candidates to submit a CV complete with cover letter via email to nkwasnicki@porticodesign.com. Please note, only those candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. All information provided will be kept 100% confidential.
