Who we are
Led by Mark Burkart with locations in Calgary, Victoria, and Tofino; Little Giant has 25+ years of experience delivering world-class architecture and design projects, both locally and globally.
We are a team of architects and designers crafting well-considered architecture and interiors from the smallest detail to the greatest vision. We appreciate the man-made and the natural, the well crafted and the wild-grown, the infinite landscape and the intimacy of human space.
We are modernists. We look to film, art, music. We draw from nature. We contemplate the small detail. We imagine the broad landscape. We prefer the timeless, the poetic, the understated, the sublime. We craft experiences and weave narratives. We are insatiably curious. We tell stories through buildings, spaces, objects.
Our work defines us as Little Giants.
What we are looking for
Little Giant is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to join our Calgary studio. Our ideal candidate has experience in hospitality design (restaurants & hotels) and single-family residential with a proven track record (multi-family experience is considered an asset). As a Senior Designer, you will be required to manage and coordinate consultants for complex projects with minimal supervision. We are looking for you to work collaboratively across offices while mentoring and supporting junior staff.
Our work is a cultural act. We are looking for a well-rounded individual who has a lifestyle focused approach, with pragmatism of business and technical expertise in construction.
Success in this role is measured by your exceptional level of service for our clients, written and verbal communication, ability to work in a team setting, demonstration of rigor in your work and your ability to adapt as changes occur.
Studio
o Foster an environment of mutual respect and passion for design among team members.
o Facilitates collaboration; engages ideas and input of others.
o Oversees the quality and technical assignments (including drawings standards and building code review and application)
o Ambassador and teacher of Little Giant’s processes, values, and goals
o Active and ongoing mentoring of studio team
o Assists with developing continuing education opportunities (site visits, lectures, etc.) to educate and inspire design team.
o Initiate and support office design reviews and critiques.
o Support and lead implementation of innovative technologies, processes and practices and employee development solutions that position the company as a leader in the field.
o Act as a subject matter expert in at least one of Little Giant’s sectors of practice, by keeping current with emerging trends and market shifts in order to recommend and implement best practices.
o Able to build long term, ongoing relationships with clients that lead to repeat business.
Project
o Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite,, Sketch-up, Enscape and AutoCAD. Revit is considered an asset.
o Has strong design sensibilities and acumen and adept at creating and developing conceptual ideas
o Displays a high level of creativity and innovation with a strong understanding of practical requirements of the building industry
o Adept at leading large-scale, complex and specialized projects
o Sets the project schedule and maintains the schedule throughout the project.
o Establishes and maintains the primary client contact for the duration of the project.
o Leads project team members in order to achieve project objectives and schedule.
o Leads external coordination meetings and assigns tasks to external project team members to achieve project objectives and schedule
o Leads and takes part in the completion of construction documents for the project. Oversees the quality and technical assignments (including drawings standards and building code review and application)
o Leads contract administration and coordination with internal and external project team
o Is fully conversant and teaches Little Giant’s processes throughout the project
o Strong understanding of project fee and scope of work and tracks costs effectively
o Is capable of leading a variety of projects simultaneously
o Meeting monthly billing targets for yourself and your project teams
o Strong understanding of the Building Codes applicable to projects in their respective jurisdictions
o Strong material and product sourcing skills
Key Success Measures
o Delivering projects that meet project goals, fee and schedule
o Meeting monthly billing targets for yourself and your project teams
o Project team development, growth and effectiveness
o Client satisfaction and development of ongoing relationships
Experience
o 8+ years of relevant experience (preferred)
o NCIDQ certification considered an asset
What we offer
o A vibrant, collaborative studio environment amongst likeminded creative thinkers
o Exposure to high calibre design projects across multiple project types
o Social events and fun team culture
o Competitive salary based on level of experience
o Additional birthday vacation day, in addition to annual vacation days
o Annual health spending account
o Annual profit sharing
o Annual team retreats
Please note that this role is a full-time position in our Calgary studio.
If this sounds like you, we would love to meet! Please send your portfolio, resume, and cover letter to [email protected], with the subject line Senior Interior Designer.
We are proud equal opportunity employers at Little Giant, and we welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- design: 6 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person