Interior Designer ll

At NewGround, we believe the right environment can change how people work, connect, and succeed. As a leading design and delivery firm, we partner with financial institutions, healthcare providers, and corporations to turn vision into reality. Our work is powered by clear communication, true collaboration, bold innovation, service-driven thinking, and a commitment to excellence, all centered in our defining core values. In the role of Interior Designer II, you'll be a key contributor to that mission, helping shape projects, teams, and experiences that truly make a difference.

NewGround International is a multidisciplinary firm specializing in strategy, design, build, and interiors. We also are a MillerKnoll dealer, among other leading furniture lines. We are presently in search of a full-time employee to serve as an Interior Designer II. This Interior Designer II will be an integral part of a talented small team based in our Waterloo office.  The successful candidate will be proficient with design of their own projects (1000-4000 SF) and be ready to assist the team with multiple projects and duties that arise in a small studio environment.

Ideal candidates for this role will excel in collaborative environments, possess prior experience in retail, commercial and workplace interior design, and demonstrate ease in working with colleagues both locally and across our regional offices throughout North America.

GENERAL SKILLS

• Excellent organization, communication and presentation skills
• Well versed knowledge of building codes and accessibility codes
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proficient with Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape or Lumion,
• Experience with Sketchup, CET, InDesign, ProCore and BlueBeam
• Knowledge of Interior finishes, furniture, codes and construction processes
• Knowledge of retail branded environments, digital marketing and Environmental Graphics
• Strong knowledge of space planning, material selections and colour theory.
• Ability to pivot quickly from task to task
• Ability to manage several projects, of varying size, at once at different stages of development
• Ability to solve problems quickly, take and act on feedback, and collaborate effectively with team members, consultants and clients. Ability to mentor junior team members.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

EXPECTATIONS

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE PREREQUISTIES

At NewGround, we believe in investing in our people. That commitment shows up in competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and company initiatives like our Sabbatical Program. We offer a collaborative, values-driven environment with a strong emphasis on volunteerism and community engagement, meaningful opportunities to shape the future of our industry, and supportive colleagues and leaders who are invested in your growth.

What We Offer :

NewGround International helps brands plan, design, and build innovative spaces that drive growth. With 100+ years of experience and an all-in-house team, we deliver Strategy, Design, Build, and Interiors from start to finish. Headquartered in St. Louis with offices in Chicago and Waterloo, Ontario.