Project Designer

DesignAgency is an international studio specializing in interior design, architectural concepting, strategic branding, and visual communications. Since its beginnings in 1998, the firm has become a global leader in the development of transformative spaces and brands, with projects in more than 60 cities across 18 countries. With a lead studio in Toronto, and offices in Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, and Barcelona, DesignAgency works with leading hotels and resorts, restaurateurs, entrepreneurs, and developers, leveraging talent, expertise, and the power of collaboration to deliver extraordinary experiences that create lasting value.

DesignAgency depends on Project Designers to carry out projects under the supervision of Senior Designers. From time to time, Project Designers may also lead project teams. The company relies on Project Designers to collaborate with their colleagues to design, execute and deliver great projects and develop excellent client relationships. They are expected to consult with Senior Designers and Principals on any design, technical, production, scope or client issues of which they become aware. Project Designers are required to manage their project time, and meet the firm’s targets for time expenditure and billing for themselves and their project teams.

From time to time, Senior Designers may also assign others to supervise Project Designers.

Role and responsibilities

Design

• Strive for design impact, innovation and function
• Participate in the development of approaches, concepts and designs that exceed client expectations
• Produce or direct the creation of renderings and presentations that attract and inspire clients and team members
• Design and execute components of projects of moderate complexity from proposal through concept, construction and closeout under supervision of Senior Designer or Team Lead.
• Work to master the development, continuity and detailing of design concepts
• Develop a strong mastery of appropriate construction techniques
• Develop high-quality drawing and documentation sets that are clear, comprehensive and consistent
• Strive to reduce rework, errors and omissions

Leadership

• Contribute to the design dialogue in the firm
• Lead by example, motivate and develop design teams that consistently deliver great design, technical quality and client service
• Contribute the development of systems and processes for improved design, technical quality or client service
• Create sound relationships with clients, contractors and suppliers to promote repeat business

Management

• Demonstrate excellent personal time management
• Use Ajera to deliver projects on target

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will be in possession of an Interior Design Diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of interior design experience
• Hotel and Food & Beverage interior design experience is preferred
• Experience working with AutoCAD, SketchUp is required
• Previous experience using Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign is beneficial
• Multi-unit residential experience is preferred.

The pay range listed aligns with the geography of the studio for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based on work experience, education, licensure, and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of the offer. The successful candidate will be eligible to participate in DesignAgency’s robust benefits program which includes 401(k) contributions, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as hybrid working and paid time off (vacation, sick time, holiday closure, bereavement, etc.). The base salary is estimated between $60,000 - $70,000.

The successful candidate will be eligible to participate on the same basis as similarly situated employees in the Company’s benefit plans in effect from time to time during their employment. All matters of eligibility for coverage or benefits under any benefit plan shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of such plan. The Company reserves the right to change, alter, or terminate any benefit plan in its sole discretion.

We offer an extremely competitive base salary and the opportunity for growth within the company. If you believe that this could be a perfect fit for you, please send your resume immediately, or if you know the perfect person for this position then feel free to forward this correspondence. All applications will be kept in the strictest of confidence.

A portfolio is required as part of your application.