Senior Interior Designer - Aviation
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Summary
Senior Interior Designer at DIALOG in Toronto leading interior design for large-scale aviation and transit projects, guiding work from concept through construction while coordinating consultants and mentoring the team. Core tools include Revit, Navisworks, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Here at DIALOG, we are passionate about design and believe it can and should meaningfully improve the wellbeing of our communities and the environment we all share.
We are a multi-disciplinary practice of architects, interior designers, urban designers and planners, structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, landscape architects and sustainability experts who design for community wellbeing and urban vibrancy. We are a fun-loving bunch of big thinkers and city-shapers, who are collaborative in our approach, diverse in our perspectives, aspirational in our pursuits, and optimistic about what’s next. We’re always looking for passionate people who share our values and care as much about our communities as we do. We're proud to be a Certified B Corporation and one of Canada's Greenest Employers, committed to using our design practice as a force for good in the world.
We're currently looking for a Senior Interior Designer to support the delivery of complex, large-scale projects in the aviation and transit sector. This role offers the opportunity to guide projects from planning through completion, build trusted client relationships, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a studio culture that values design excellence, sustainability, and people.
How you'll make a difference:
- Communicate and coordinate required design, project and firm information to both internal and external parties as required
- Prepare and coordinate project schematic/conceptual design drawings
- Prepare layouts, sketches, and space plans required to convey design intent
- Lead, mentor, and manage the project team
- Execute knowledge in project management, budgets, schedules, and architectural standards
- Coordinate and/or undertake the preparation of required project documents, minutes, schedules, and specifications
- Apply building code and construction regulations
- Coordinate electrical, mechanical, structural, and other consultants or vendors
- Coordinate and/or undertake the selection and specification of furniture, finishes, equipment, and accessories; and preparation of FF+E documentation
- Lead site visits and field reviews and undertake site deficiency review and installation inspections
Who you are:
- Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field
- 10+ years of experience in Interior Design consulting with strong knowledge, creativity, and experience of the design process
- Experience and passion for working on conceptual and innovative projects in the aviation or transit sector is a requirement
- NCIDQ certified is an asset
- Intermediate to advanced skills in Revit, Navisworks, Photoshop and InDesign (Sketch-up, Rhino experience an asset)
- Proven experience in participating in client engagement processes from programming and conceptual design through to construction phases
- Excellent communication skills, team oriented, accountable, and highly motivated
- Effective coordinator with other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements
- Experience leading a multidisciplinary team, establishing deliverables, schedules, time and fee management
- A design enthusiast, where you can translate concepts into uniquely experiential and functional design solutions
Don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply! We’re looking for future DIALOGers who are eager to learn, bring unique perspectives, and want to make a real difference in the world—even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification.
Perks & Benefits
Parental leave top-up programs for all parents upon the birth or adoption of a child, RRSP matching, competitive medical and dental benefits coverage upon the first day of employment, discounted memberships, encouraged work/life balance with gifted time off during the holiday season and Vacation Buy-Up program, and reimbursement for professional memberships and dues are just a few of the benefits that DIALOGers enjoy.
Professional Development
DIALOG offers continued professional growth through leadership development opportunities specifically designed for our collaborative culture. Among others, some of our programs include: CoachDIALOG which equips our coaches with essential communication and feedback strategies for building great teams; Integrateducation™ supports DIALOGers in accredited continuing education opportunities; technical skills development via e-learning pathways; and financial support for relevant external learning opportunities.
Equal Opportunity
DIALOG celebrates diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all, free of discrimination and harassment. Employment-related decisions are made without regard to sex, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and race. In accordance with DIALOG’s Accommodation Policy, accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request for candidates throughout the selection process.
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Resume/CV, Full name, Pronouns, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company, LinkedIn URL, Portfolio URL, Other website, Do you identify with a racialized or marginalized group?, Do you identify as Indigenous?, Are you a person with a disability?, What is your gender identity?, What is your sexual orientation?
Short answers (3)
- If you are open to relocating, please state your estimated relocation timeline. optional
- If you selected 'other', please specify: optional
- Base salary is one aspect of your total rewards package. What is your target base salary range?
Pick from a list (7)
- Are you legally authorized to work in the Country in which this position is located?
- Have you worked for DIALOG in the past?
- Are you currently located in the city or surrounding area where this position is based?
- If you answered no, please confirm if you would be open to relocating for this role. optional
- DIALOG operates in a hybrid work environment, with team members collaborating at least three days per week in the studio. We believe this approach helps foster creativity and connection. Does this work for you?
- How did you hear about us?
- Do you have experience working on aviation projects?
Written answers (1)
- DIALOG thrives on a high-collaboration environment, what does a 'thriving culture' look like to you, and what role do you play in creating it? optional
Attachments (1)
- If applicable, please upload a PDF version of your portfolio. Alternatively, please include a portfolio link with your application. optional