Who We Are
BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over 320 million square feet of client portfolios across 30,000+ locations in North America, Europe, Middle East, Australia and Asia.
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SUMMARY
The Intermediate 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 according to client needs and specifications and with consideration to factors such as cost, budget, environment, structural impact and limitations. Design work must meet client specifications and must be delivered within budget and timelines. This includes day-to-day churn services, needs analysis/validation, stacking, blocking, cad layouts, etc. Options are developed in support of annual planning and in response to client on-demand business needs.
The Intermediate Interior Designer works with internal BGIS staff as well as client and external consultants, as required, to ensure timely, successful implementation of space & occupancy planning initiatives.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design. 5-8 years of job-related experience. 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.
Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation
Working towards NCIDQ certification BAID degree from a CIDA accredited post-secondary school or equivalent program (CIDA accredited)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 askHR. 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.