Intermediate Designer

Job summary

Create and maintain AutoCAD drawing packages, SketchUp models, specifications, and schedules from concept through construction. Source products and materials, attend client meetings and site visits, coordinate with trades and suppliers, and lead projects while mentoring junior designers.

Job details

Studio Kimi is an interior design and build studio in Oakville. We work on residential, commercial and hospitality projects, all drawn and specified in-house, then built with our own trades. This November we move into our new Oakville studio, and we are growing the design team. What you will do Produce and maintain AutoCAD drawing packages to our standards, from concept through construction documents Build SketchUp models and set up scenes for rendering Write finish, fixture and millwork specifications, and keep schedules current as decisions are made Source products and materials: options, pricing, lead times and samples Attend client meetings and site visits with the Principal, and coordinate with trades and suppliers during construction Lead projects and mentor junior designers as the team grows What we are looking for Three to five years in interior design or design-build, residential or commercial, with built work in your portfolio Fluency in AutoCAD and SketchUp. Rendering experience is an asset; we will train you on our pipeline Comfort writing specifications and keeping a drawing set organized A working understanding of Ontario residential construction and how the Ontario Building Code shapes a drawing Clear written English, because much of this job is telling a trade exactly what to build A driver's licence and access to a vehicle for site visits and showrooms. Mileage and parking are reimbursed How we work Full-time, in person at our Oakville studio, with regular site, showroom and supplier visits. A focused team, direct feedback, and your name on what you draw. Interviews are held in person at the studio. To apply Send your resume and a portfolio (PDF, under 15 MB) to hello@studiokimi.com with "Intermediate Designer" in the subject line, or apply here on LinkedIn. Studio Kimi is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not require Canadian experience. If you need an accommodation at any point in the hiring process, let us know and we will arrange it.

What you’ll do

Create and maintain AutoCAD drawing packages, SketchUp models, specifications, and schedules from concept through construction. Source products and materials, attend client meetings and site visits, coordinate with trades and suppliers, and lead projects while mentoring junior designers.

Requirements

Applicants should have three to five years of interior design or design-build experience and a portfolio that includes built work. They need fluency in AutoCAD and SketchUp, specification-writing skills, knowledge of Ontario residential construction and the Ontario Building Code, clear written English, and a driver's licence with access to a vehicle.

Listed skills

• AutoCAD · Preferred
• SketchUp · Preferred
• Interior Design · Preferred
• Construction Documentation · Preferred
• 3D Modeling · Preferred
• Rendering · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• AutoCAD
• SketchUp
• Interior Design
• Construction Documentation
• 3D Modeling
• Rendering
• Writing Specifications
• Finish Scheduling
• Product Sourcing
• Project Leadership
• Mentoring
• Client Communication
• Site Coordination
• Trade Coordination
• Ontario Building Code
• Residential Construction

Job areas

• Art & Design
• Construction
• Management & Leadership