Interior Designer. Intermediate

At Northland Properties, we’re on a mission to build spaces where people come together. We believe in thinking differently, sparking connections, and building strong relationships. We challenge the status quo by partnering our design, construction, and operations groups to create beautifully designed structures and interior spaces, shaped by a deep understanding of context and culture, enhancing how people interact with their environment. We just happen to provide great places to sleep and eat!
Want to come and work with us?
We’re looking for an Intermediate Interior Designer to develop interior design projects, producing detailed Design and Construction documents, including mood boards, schedules, and specifications. Partnering with the project team, they:

Develop interior designs for new-build and renovation projects, aligned to established project scope, budget, and timelines.
Align Design & Construction documents with compliance to Accessibility, Building Code, Brand, and Northland Properties standards.
Specify products and materials, and outline fabrication specifications.
Source FF&E and interior finishes; work with suppliers to develop custom furnishings, review Shop Drawings, and provide support through production and installation.
Partner with Drafting Technicians to develop comprehensive plans sets, including floor, furniture and finish plans; reflected ceiling plans; power, dimming zone, and communication plans; interior elevations, millwork, sections and details.
Manage project documents, samples, and physical and digital filing systems.
Mentor junior team members.
Provide support to site level construction teams; conduct site visits.
Support the growth and development of company culture and professionally represent Northland Properties
Performs other duties as required

What are we looking for?

Minimum 5 years of Interior Design experience, including at least 3 years designing hospitality environments such as hotels and restaurants.

Bachelors Degree in Interior Design, or a similar design-related field

Versatile and flexible, with excellent creative and problem-solving abilities.
Knowledge of hotel and restaurant furnishings, manufacturers for furniture systems, fixtures, and finish-related materials, with ability to direct sourcing and researching, as appropriate.
Strong competence in technical interior design programming and contract document development, including development of plan sets, specifications, calculations, and application of industry standards.
Excellent AutoCAD, InDesign, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office skills.
Confidently able to present design concepts to Executive and Ownership-level decision-makers.
Highly organized, with capacity to manage multiple projects at various stages of development.
Ability to prepare and overview preliminary costing and comparative material sourcing.
Knowledge of millwork and detailing.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Collaborative and professional work ethic.
Ability and willingness to travel.

What do you get?

Extended family Health care, including vision, dental, and Group Life Insurance.
Yearly bonus opportunities.
Retirement Saving Plan (RRSP) after six months of employment.
Employee discounts across the Northland-owned hotels and resorts.
25% discount at selected restaurants for up to 6 people.
½ price passes/lift tickets at Grouse Mountain and Revelstoke Mountain Resort for up to 4 people.
Free mental health support & counselling.
Contribute to a unique construction model focused on teamwork and cooperation.
Be a valued member of a team in an organization with unparalleled opportunities.
Collaborative, friendly working environment with a fun and inclusive culture.

Job Location: Head Office - Vancouver, BC

Salary range: 60,000 to 75,000

*** We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants we wish to interview will receive a reply to their application.
*** You must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply as the employer does not have a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) that would support a foreign worker.