Junior Interior Designer
About The Position
At NewGround, we believe the right environment can change how people work, connect, and succeed. As a leading design and delivery firm, we partner with financial institutions, healthcare providers, and corporations to turn vision into reality. Our work is powered by clear communication, true collaboration, bold innovation, service-driven thinking, and a commitment to excellence, all centered in our defining core values. In the role of Junior Interior Designer, you’ll be a key contributor to that mission, helping shape projects, teams, and experiences that truly make a difference. NewGround International is a multidisciplinary firm specializing in strategy, design, build, and interiors. Our distinctive services encompass being a MillerKnoll dealer, among other leading furniture lines. We are presently in search of a full-time employee to serve as a Junior Interior Designer. This Junior Interior Designer will be an integral part of a talented small team based in our Waterloo office. The successful candidate will excel in collaborative environments, be ready to assist the team with multiple projects and duties that arise in a small studio environment and demonstrate ease in working with colleagues both locally and across our regional offices throughout North America. The ideal candidate will assist the team with creating innovative and dynamic branded spaces for our clients within the financial institutions.
Requirements
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Proficient with Microsoft office applications
- Competent with Revit, AutoCAD, Enscape and Lumion
- Knowledge of Interior finishes, furniture, codes and construction processes
- Strong knowledge of space planning, material selections and colour theory.
- Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture or related field required
- 0-3 years of professional experience in commercial Interior Design
- Possession of a valid G driver’s license is required for rental cars
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Sketchup, CET, InDesign, ProCore and Bluebeam
- Knowledge of retail branded environments, digital marketing and Environmental Graphics
- Become proficient in Revit
- Strive to achieve Interior Designer status
- Meet deadlines in a timely manner
- Strong attention to detail
- Must be a team player
- Occasional travel may be required
- Knowledge with Revit, AutoCAD, Enscape, Lumion, and InDesign is preferred
- Intern status with ARIDO or equivalent Certification will be given preference
Responsibilities
- Generate Revit and/or AutoCAD interior drawings for construction documents
- Assist designers with finish selections and conduct product research
- Produces finish boards and drawings for presentations
- Generate finish boxes and/or the Finish and Furniture Guide for all projects
- Produces content for client presentations, construction documents, project manual, and will pick-up redlines for projects
- Coordinates with A&E, Environmental, Build, and Consultants
- Interface with manufacturer’s representatives to schedule appointments
- Maintains Sample library on an ongoing basis
- Perform all other related work, as assigned or as apparent
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- RRSP with company match
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Sabbatical program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
