Job Description

of the company:

An established Edmonton-based interior design studio with decades of experience in commercial interiors. The firm works across workplace, medical, dental, hospitality, retail, and special projects, with a portfolio that includes recognizable Edmonton tech offices, corporate fit-outs, and clinic builds across Alberta. Most of their work is led by the team's Principals, built on long-standing relationships with Alberta's commercial real estate, medical, and corporate communities.

Why is this role open:

The studio's project pipeline has continued to grow across both the workplace and medical/dental sectors, and the firm is bringing on an Intermediate Designer to take ownership of mid-sized projects end-to-end. This is a growth hire into a stable, high-performing studio with active work and clear runway to grow into a Senior role over time.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute interior design projects from programming through construction administration on commercial fit-outs in the 2,000–25,000 sq. ft. range
• Develop space plans, design concepts, finish selections, FF&E specifications, and millwork details
• Produce construction documentation in AutoCAD to a build-ready standard
• Assist in site visits and site reviews
• Support contract administration including RFI responses, shop drawing review, and change order coordination
• Contribute to the studio's design culture, including material libraries, vendor relationships, and continuous improvement of standards

Must-haves:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Interior Design from a CIDA- or CIDQ-accredited program
• 3–6 years of post-graduate experience in commercial interior design (workplace, medical, dental, retail, or hospitality)
• Strong working knowledge AutoCAD; proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop)
• Solid grasp of the Alberta Building Code, barrier-free design requirements, and commercial construction documentation standards
• Demonstrated ability to take a project from concept through construction administration
• Strong portfolio including a variety of typologies
• Excellent communication skills. Comfortable presenting to clients and coordinating with consultants and contractors
• Eligible to work in Canada and able to work full-time in-office in Edmonton

Nice-to-haves:

• Registered or actively pursuing registration with IDA (Interior Designers of Alberta) — RID designation or NCIDQ in progress
• Direct experience with medical or dental clinic design (infection control, plumbing/mechanical coordination for treatment rooms, equipment specification)
• Experience with workplace projects for tech, professional services, or corporate clients
• SketchUp, Enscape, or other 3D visualization software
• Familiarity with LEED, WELL, or other sustainability frameworks
• Experience working directly with millworkers and custom fabricators
• Existing relationships with Edmonton-area trades, suppliers, and product reps

Work Style: In office Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000
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