Remote Interior Design Rendering Jobs in Ontario

Description of the Company: This is a small, growing boutique consulting firm specializing in building code and accessibility consulting across Ontario and beyond. The team works with architects, designers, and developers on a wide range of commercial projects, from law firms and corporate offices to convention centers and community spaces. The firm is known for going beyond code regurgitation, bringing real design experience and genuine advocacy to every project. The culture is flexible, values-driven, and built around doing meaningful work in the built environment.

Why Is This Role Open: The firm is growing steadily and the principal needs a senior-level person who can take ownership of projects and run with them independently. This is a foundational hire.

Responsibilities:

• Lead building code and accessibility reviews on commercial projects with minimal oversight
• Prepare reports, drawing reviews, and letters of interpretation for accessibility and building code
• BCIN stamping for interior fit-outs
• Manage project timelines and client communication directly
• Conduct site visits in the GTA to review existing conditions
• Engage and coordinate with cost consultants on applicable projects
• Mentor junior and intermediate staff as the team grows
• Participate in industry events, conferences, and occasional educational presentations

Must-Haves:

• Minimum 7 years of experience in building code, accessibility consulting, or a closely related field in the built environment
• Commercial project experience (the bulk of the work is commercial)
• Strong understanding of the Ontario Building Code and accessibility standards (AODA, OBC Barrier-Free)
• Membership or registration with a recognized professional body (ARIDO, P.Eng, OAAAS, etc)
• Proficiency in Bluebeam, Microsoft Word, and Excel
• Strong technical writing skills
• Able to conduct site visits in the GTA and has access to a vehicle
• Comfortable managing multiple smaller projects simultaneously with competing deadlines
• Client-facing communication skills

Nice-to-Haves:

• P.Eng designation
• BCIN (Large/Complex Buildings and/or Small Buildings)
• Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification (RHFAC)
• Background as an interior designer or architectural technologist
• Familiarity with Class D / order-of-magnitude budgeting
• Experience submitting or supporting RFP/fee proposals

Work Style: Fully remote with periodic site visits in the GTA. The firm runs on trust and flexibility, 37.5 hours per week. The team is small and the expectation is that you manage your own schedule and deliver on your commitments. If you need accommodations to do your best work, this team genuinely means it when they say they'll make it happen.

Compensation: $70,000 to $100,000 depending on experience and certifications. Benefits package included. Two weeks paid holiday closure over the winter break in addition to standard vacation.

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