JUNIOR DESIGNER

Run don’t walk, it’s your Design career calling.

Do you live and breathe all things design + construction? Been told you don’t have enough experience darling? Have you been called a sponge, in a good way? Eager to learn how things are actually constructed and built?

The Jamie Banfield Design Inc. team is growing and we are looking to add a self-motivated, technically detailed oriented problem solvers that loves design to join our team as a Junior Designer.

The junior designer will work directly with the lead designer at Jamie Banfield Design Inc, the whole interior design team, our clients, general contractors and trade partners on the firms residential projects across Canada. Successful candidates must hold a strong level of understanding and execution in AutoCAD and an eagerness to learn more and more about space planning, design development; and grown into a team member that has the ability to create and articulate diversified design concepts while understanding the client’s needs within function, use and durability of the home while researching, selecting, specifying and documenting the latest finishes, fixtures and equipment that fits with our clients various needs.

The role functions as a member of the interior design team and will directly report to the lead interior designer and will be engaged in creating and updating design aspects of the projects scope of service and budget while delivering the highest quality of work exceeding our clients expectations. It is important that all successful candidates maintain excellent client and vendors relationships, have clear communication skills and the ability to be self-motivated and self-managed while working in a collaborative environment.

We are looking for an outstanding junior designer that brings the experience of:

  • Development of creating design based on the vision from the lead designer for all size projects.

  • Assist in designing, creating and optimizing concept layouts for all types and scaled residential projects across Canada. 

  • Practice and collaborate on the programming and pre-planning design analysis.

  • Grow to possess a strong knowledge for the design process.

  • Coordination and communication with all members of the project team including clients, contractors, trades vendors and consultants.

  • Assist in developing and accurately complete space planning, programing and design development, documentation and construction administration tasks.

  • Selection, specification and documentation of FF+E. 

  • Attend site progress and deficiency reviews.

  • A thorough review of all construction documents for quality accordance.

  • Listen, respect and absorb critiques, feedback and direction.

  • Establish, develop and maintain positive business and customer relationships.

  • Become a mentee within the design team while working in a fast pace environment.

 All successful candidates must hold and live for:

  • Diploma or Degree in Interior Design from a CIDA accredited school.

  • Fluent in AutoCAD (other design-related programs are a plus)

  • A minimum of 1+ years design experience.

  • Hold a high level of organization while being focused on the details.

  • Goal and deadline orientated.

  • Customer service genius.

  • Proficiency working with Microsoft Office, including Work, Excel and PowerPoint.

  • Has amazing communication skills and not scared to pick up the phone over sending an email.

  • Has a proven ability to self-motivate and be a self-start.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; while using a range of office storage, including email, spreadsheets and databases.

  • Has a valid BC drivers licence.

We believe in a work-life balance and understand the importance of valuing our people:

  • Base salary compensation.

  • Health Benefits (post probation)

  • Flexible time off with paid vacation, personal health and sick days.

  • Work from the studio model.

  • Studio hours 8:00AM – 4:00PM.

  • When you are off the clock you are off the clock. We set boundaries with our clients and trade partners. No one has your cell phone and no one is expected to respond to an email after hours, on the weekend or on vacation.

  • Career development and growth program after surpassing your 1 year anniversary. An education fund for career and person growth. $1,200.00 per year.

  • Annual staff appreciation, various team building events and team lunch dates.

  • Fun working environment and great culture.

  • Professional Casula dress code.

Compensation range: 

  • $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 CAD salary. 

Our accommodations:

Jamie Banfield Design Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. If you require any accommodations, please email hello@jamiebanfield.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accommodation may be provided in all parts of the hiring process. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. 

 

Inclusion at Jamie Banfield Design Inc:

Jamie Banfield Design Inc. is committed to building a transparent environment where everyone feels heard, welcomed and included. We believe Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging are fundamental in our vision to create a better and more inclusive future. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, Black people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities.

 

About the Jamie Banfield Design Inc. team:

We are an award-winning residential design team located in Port Moody, BC Canada who have become a creative force in the industry and recognized for our Pacific North Western style. We are a group of design, architectural and construction infused creatives who specializing in reimagining renovations and dreaming up custom home projects residential projects all over Canada. 

Our communicable disease prevention plan:

While vaccines have been identified as a primary measure to prevent illness and reduce the risk of hospitalization and death from covid-19, Jamie Banfield Design Inc continues to following its communicable disease prevention plan.