Senior Designer

Volunteer Experience · Work Experience · Work & Career

Term: Full time, 40 hours/Per Week

THE POSITION:
The Senior Designer collaborates with Sales/project team providing strategic, creative and technical design support. This position is accountable for effectively and efficiently executing design projects to successful completion including scope of work definition, meeting the client’s business goals & objectives, project timeline development, strategic product application development, specification and specification checking in partnership with Sales. The Senior Designer actively manages all aspects of the design process by working as a team member to ensure high quality customer first support and deliverables in the pursuit of securing business and meeting annual sales goals.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Collaborates with design and sales to determine scope of services and identify any professional services.
2. Attends client meetings, site visits & performs inventory checks as required.
3. Develops typical drawings for the various types of spaces in each project, ensuring the typicals align with client needs as identified in the qualification phase.
4. Creates space plans using typicals allowing client to visualize overall project scope.
5. Generates clean crisp renderings that allow clients and A+D partners to accurately visualize product solutions.
6. Creates presentation packages based on design standards.
7. Develops final sign-off & installation packages that includes key plans/floor plans, renderings, finish selections, electrical coordination & elevations, notes & legends.
8. Collaborates with internal project team to outline roles & responsibilities, outline project timelines and critical project milestones to ensure we meet customer expectations and project goals.
9. Collaborates with Architects and Designers, as necessary to ensure the details of the project align with the overall vision of the project while satisfying the needs of the customer.
10. Consults with Engineers and Contractors, as necessary, to review and qualify electrical requirements.
11. Adheres to departmental processes – Drawing standards, saving conventions, folder structure and all standard work practices etc.
12. Supports continuous improvement philosophy, highlighting problems/waste to Director by using a structured method for eliminating them.
13. Maintains a high level of product knowledge by adhering to individual training objectives defined by area Director.
14. Continues knowledge gathering on industry trends, best practices, and strategic insights.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:
· A post-secondary degree in Interior Design / Interior Architecture is required.
· 5+ years’ experience in an Interior Design / Architectural Design role.
· The ability to pass a Criminal Background Check if required.
· Fluent written and spoken English.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be proficient in all programs listed below and remain current with periodical upgrading/training:

1. Experience using MS Suite for data analysis and communication (Excel, Outlook)
2. Working knowledge of applicable building codes, ADA (Barrier Free) regulations, etc. in local market. Nationally an asset
3. Experience in Configura CET, Sketch Up, Revit and 2020 CAP Studio + 2020 worksheet

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
· A strong commitment to customer satisfaction and the sales experience.
· Ability to communicate effectively both internally and externally to maintain existing relationships while helping to create and build new client relationships.
· Conduct responsible interfaces with project managers, project coordinators and operations/installation groups.
· Outstanding oral and written communication abilities.
· High sense of urgency and ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.
· Self-motivated and strong problem-solving skills.
· Demonstrate commitment to professionalism, integrity and sound judgment in business transactions, and provide the highest level of customer satisfaction.
· Highly organized, with excellent attention to detail self-starter and ability to work well in fluid environment.
· Can work both independently and, in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
· Strong organizational, planning, and administrative skills.
· Outstanding written and public speaking abilities.
· Works independently and proficiently with project team to translate needs to support the customers’ business goals.
· Experienced in contract furniture product systems solutions utilizing the design process and business tools/assets to project completion.
· Displays high performance work ethic, and mentors’ others with continued knowledge sharing cross-functionally.
· Ability to identify problems, offer creative solutions and alternatives, work independently/team based to execute on next steps.
· Works through the lens of adaptive mindset to solve challenges that may arise during the life of an order.

To apply please send resume to hr@coi.ca

About Contemporary Office Interiors

ABOUT US:
Contemporary Office Interiors (COI) is a privately-owned MillerKnoll Certified Dealer, DIRTT Certified Construction Partner, Architectural Walls and Commercial Flooring provider. We have offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto and a head office in Calgary. We prioritize people, productivity, and value to create more than a place to work— we create a space to succeed.
We're proud of our half-century legacy as a company. Our talented people have brought us to where we are today. COI is and has been honoured to have a passionate team that's committed to creating exceptional spaces that inspire you to be your best. We are seeking a Senior Designer to join our dynamic team in our Vancouver location.

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