Job Description

Intermediate/Senior Interior Designer Mission Statement: People Passion Progress TrustFor the past 2 decades, VPAC has built a reputation for excellence in pre-construction, construction management, and general contracting services for commercial, multi-family, and seniors' housing projects.Along with the career advancement that this position offers, this is also an opportunity to join a team that celebrates leadership at every level. Our culture is built around supporting each other to take on responsibility and grow both personally and professionally - and giving everyone the supportive autonomy, they need to excel.Focused on providing more than an environment to excel professionally, our collaborative and support-based workplace culture is also structured to foster long-term relationships and mentorships that form the foundations of successful careers.VPAC Construction Group is looking for looking for an Intermediate/Senior Interior Designer to support the Commercial / Office Interiors team at VPAC. You will be heavily relied on by this busy company while maintaining a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.About the Role:

• Work closely with the Pre-Construction Team to guide potential and new Design and Build projects through the entire design process.
• Conduct meetings with clients to discuss their needs and style preferences. Outline and understand client spatial and design objectives and develop creative design directions for projects.
• Produce Test Fit drawings to assist clients' understanding of their physical space and square foot opportunities and limitations, and to provide a basis for preliminary budget creation by the Estimating team.
• Follow design timelines to ensure the Pre-Construction Schedules are met for multiple projects at different stages of the design process.
• Produce all Architectural drawings, (Issued for Permit, Tender and Construction), including all required elevations, sections, millwork and finishes plans.
• Work with Pre-Construction team members to ensure design is in line with the preliminary budget. Review Tender Drawings with estimating team to ensure entire scope is captured.
• Assist with value engineering after tender as needed to meet budget requirements.
• Source and specify all materials and finishes. Create presentations for in person and virtual design meetings. Produce finishes board for in person approval of selections. Lead all design meetings.
• Coordinate with Architects, Engineers, and other outside Consultants. Review the entire drawing package to ensure continuity and scope requirements are being met.
• Produce Building Permit submittal packages, including all forms and schedules, and submit permits in all major lower mainland locations . Follow permit through to submission.
• Inspect design after completion to determine whether client goals have been met.

About You:

• High proficiency in AutoCad is mandatory
• Certificate or Diploma in Interior Design
• 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Certified Technician/Technologist designation is an asset
• Current knowledge of the BC Building Code and Permit submission requirements in various municipalities in lower mainland.
• Experience in Commercial Interior Design, with a focus on workplace design a requirement; designing for Retirement/Assisted Living facilities an asset.
• Attention to detail and excellent communication skills (verbal and written), especially regarding communicating an artistic vision.
• Ability to work independently and within a busy and high-performing team

What VPAC Offers:

• Full-time, career opportunity
• Excellent group benefits
• Dynamic work environment in a fun and growing company
• Competitive compensation package

Think this is your dream job? Send us your resume and cover letter and tell us why you're the perfect fit.Please submit your resume (word document or PDF) with cover letter explain why you are the right person for the job. No phone calls please.Local candidates preferred (Greater Vancouver Area).We thank all applicants who apply, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• On-site gym
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC V6E 4A2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• design: 3 years (preferred)