Job Description

The opportunity

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for gifted Interior Designers and Architectural Technologists with a passion for creating and implementing retail design solutions and services. Whether you\xe2\x80\x99re established in the field or looking to make your mark on our industry, if you bring the right set of skills and a can-do spirit, we want to hear from you.

Who we are

G.L. Smith was founded in 1984 to offer modern, practical and striking interior design to retail clients. Today, we\xe2\x80\x99re at the forefront of interior design and development, with roughly 50 full-time employees \xe2\x80\xa6 and growing!

Our roster of leading retailers spans a range of industries and includes some of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s biggest, most recognizable brands. We currently work on more than 350 projects annually \xe2\x80\x93 almost an average of one project each day of the year! Serving Canada\xe2\x80\x99s retail industry for more than three decades, we provide customized, cost-efficient interior design and expert project management capabilities.

Working at G.L. Smith

If you thrive in a fast-paced studio environment where you have the freedom to work independently but also the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded professionals, then G.L. Smith might be right for you. Our office is an exciting place as we take projects from conception to completion. While we work hard to deliver top-notch retail design solutions and services, you\xe2\x80\x99ll have the satisfaction of knowing your work has a tangible impact on both our company and valued clients.

Your work will be interesting and challenging, plus you\xe2\x80\x99ll enjoy a chance to develop your skills and grow in the company, and be supported within a caring culture that promotes a good work-life balance. Our fabulous location near Yonge and Sheppard is easy to access by highway and public transit, making your commute a breeze \xe2\x80\x93 by Toronto standards, anyway!

What you bring to the table

Interior Designer candidates should possess a Bachelor of Interior Design degree from a recognized educational institution, as well as expertise in AutoCAD and related automation/design software applications.

Architectural Technologist candidates should possess a college diploma from a recognized architectural technologist program, as well as expertise in AutoCAD and related automation/design software applications.

For all candidates:
You are a team player with a creative, innovative and entrepreneurial spirit.

You are comfortable meeting tight timelines while still delivering strong quality work.

Experience in retail design, including knowledge of building codes and accessibility standards, is an asset.

Any relevant professional accreditation, training or advanced education would be an asset.

You must have an aptitude for (and comfort level with) evolving technologies pertaining to retail design.

You need strong organizational skills, a high level of detail orientation, personal accountability and superior time management capability.

Contact us today

If you\xe2\x80\x99re seeking a rewarding career as an Interior Designer or Architectural Technologist, please submit your r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9, salary expectations and relevant samples of your work (or a link to your portfolio).

G.L. Smith Planning & Design Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages all qualified candidates to apply. If you have accessibility or other special needs at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know and we will work to accommodate you.