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About the Role

The Senior Interior Designer provides planning services to ensure optimal use of space and develops occupancy and logistical options to achieve client needs. They will develop design concepts, strategic occupancy plans & forecasts according to client needs and specifications, considering factors such as cost, budget, timelines, environment, and structural impact. Design work must meet client specifications and be delivered within budget and timelines, including day-to-day churn services, needs analysis/validation, stacking, blocking, and CAD layouts. The planner collaborates with internal BGIS staff, clients, and external consultants to ensure successful implementation of space and occupancy planning initiatives, and provides direction and reviews the work of other Interior Designers.

Responsibilities

Performs interior design activities including needs analysis, programming, work process analysis, stacking, blocking, finishes selection, design options, estimating, sample boards, specification writing, tender drawing creation, renderings, contractor management, deficiency identification and problem solving, and interfacing with CAFM.
Develops and prepares material cost estimates, project specifications, and tender documents.
Creates schedules while monitoring progress against timelines.
Prepares technical documentation (e.g., user guides, technical specifications).
Assists in the development of documentation and implementation of design processes, policies, and procedures.
Assists with RFP bid document submissions.
Renders design ideas in the form of 3-D renderings, work drawings, plans, models, and schemes using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
Produces sample boards for presentation to clients.
Performs work with minimum supervision, with work assigned in terms of technical objectives.
Provides support, guidance, and production assurance for complex or urgent problems.
Makes recommendations or decisions on architecture, application design, standards, and process improvements in line with client needs and requirements.
Takes responsibility for individual and team results.
Estimates and prioritizes work to maximize value while considering risk, effort, and dependencies.
Raises impediments, risks, and issues as early as possible and works with the team to mitigate as needed.
Develops design concepts that meet client needs, considering work process, culture, project implementation plans, serviceability, sustaining costs, environmental considerations (LEED), impact to related building systems, and other project-specific conditions.
Executes design projects within pre-established budget, time, and architectural program limitations.
Selects materials according to design standards and budget.
Undertakes Space Planning responsibilities, as required.
Acts as first point of contact, collecting information from clients and internal team members and conducts site visits to understand clients’ spaces / spatial requirements, deficiencies, business adjacencies, work flow, constraints, and opportunities.
Gains approval of project designs by internal business representatives and Project Managers.
Applies applicable building codes (e.g., egress and life safety) and liaises with local authorities as required for layout approvals.
Develops and maintains effective relationships with vendors.
Monitors work progress and oversees vendor performance to ensure quality completion.
Complies with all regulatory, environmental, health, and safety requirements.
Manages expectations and needs of client user groups without compromising client or Brookfield GIS objectives.
Incorporates sustainable practices, where practical, into space planning delivery, in accordance with company processes.
Responds quickly to client requests.
Ensures proper and timely reporting and systems inputs.
Supports management on large and/or unique assignments as required.
Attends internal and external team meetings and provides status updates as required.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design
Interior design and documentation expertise
Awareness of building issues, building and safety codes, the range of relevant products and materials, ergonomics, LEED, Bill 124 and applicable industry standards and regulations
Ability to develop creative but functional interior design solutions to solve Client issues
Awareness of cost estimating and project specification writing
Effective client service skills with ability to manage client expectations or redirect to supervisor as needed
Software proficiencies related to the assignment – MS Excel, Project, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook; AutoCAD; CAFM; etc.
Experience in facilities office planning and general knowledge of real estate business.
General understanding of leasing structures and operating costs.
Ability to financially assess proposed office relocations / changes including estimating / forecasting skills.
Strong working knowledge of project management, design, move management, construction and scheduling as well as knowledge of various furniture systems, interiors, materials, and finishes.
Knowledge of and experience with industry standards, applicable building codes and regulations, including LEED.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
Results-oriented with strong client service / management skills.
Strong client service / management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation, documentation and report writing skills.
Strong analytical, problem solving and conflict management skills.
Ability to assist with RFP bid document submissions.
Develop client case studies for marketing materials.
Thorough knowledge of building code.
Thorough knowledge of construction, mechanical and electrical space impacts.

Skills

Interior design
Documentation
Cost estimating
Project specification writing
Client service
MS Excel
MS Project
MS Word
MS PowerPoint
MS Outlook
AutoCAD
CAFM
Facilities office planning
Real estate business knowledge
Leasing structures
Operating costs
Financial assessment
Estimating
Forecasting
Project management
Design
Move management
Construction
Scheduling
Furniture systems
Materials
Finishes
Industry standards
Building codes
LEED
Organizational skills
Time management
Interpersonal skills
Verbal communication
Written communication
Presentation skills
Report writing
Analytical skills
Problem solving
Conflict management
RFP bid document submissions
Client case study development
Construction impacts
Mechanical space impacts
Electrical space impacts

Location

Remote
Hybrid

Work Type

Full-time
Regular

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

Diploma
Bachelor’s Degree

Salary/Compensations

$75,440 - $94,300 per annum

Benefits

Salary based on competencies, experience, education, and performance.

About the Company

BGIS is a global leader in integrated facility management services.
With a combined team of over 10,000 globally, BGIS relentlessly focuses on delivering innovative service solutions that create value for its clients.
Globally, BGIS manages over 50,000 facilities totaling more than 600 million square feet across several markets including government, higher education, utilities, telecommunications, financial services, oil & gas, healthcare and cloud enterprise.
In addition to managing a diverse portfolio of corporate offices, colleges, hospitals and industrial assets, BGIS is a world leader in the management of data centers and other critical environments.
At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric if our organization.
We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds.
We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!

Equal Opportunity

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome you to apply for a position with us!
If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askPC@bgis.com.
Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability.