Showhome Design Lead — Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Company
Studio Ridge Residential
Studio Ridge Residential is an interior design and interior architecture studio creating spaces that connect people with nature. Its portfolio includes private residences, hospitality, mixed-use and multi-family developments throughout North America, with a focus on wood, heavy timber and mass timber structures.
The studio offers a full-service approach spanning design concepts, sourcing and selection, construction documentation and specifications, furnishings, art and accessories.
Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Applicants must currently reside within the greater Calgary area.
Employment / Work Arrangement
Full-time · On-site
This is an in-office position. Remote candidates will not be considered.
Compensation
Competitive base salary plus a performance-based bonus, commensurate with relevant experience, demonstrated capability and the level of responsibility the successful candidate is prepared to assume.
About the Role
This hands-on design, client relationship and project leadership position is expected to develop quickly into a senior design leadership role overseeing Studio Ridge Residential’s showhome portfolio.
The successful candidate will take ownership of design direction, standards, execution and the portfolio’s ongoing evolution. They will personally lead projects from initial concept through final styling while developing into a primary day-to-day contact for builder clients. This is an experienced role requiring active involvement in both design and delivery.
Responsibilities
- Lead showhome projects through concept development, sourcing, presentation, procurement coordination, installation and final styling.
- Shape and oversee the showhome portfolio’s design direction, standards and ongoing evolution.
- Develop and maintain day-to-day relationships with builder clients.
- Coordinate project execution, keep work moving and take accountability for results.
- Influence stakeholders and deliver consistently high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- Applicants should have a minimum of 5–7 years of residential interior design experience in Canada or the United States.
- Strong creative capability combined with practical project leadership and a commercially minded approach.
- Drive, organization, sound judgment and strong people skills.
- Confidence and maturity to take ownership of a significant portfolio and influence stakeholders.
- Current residence within the greater Calgary area.
- A valid Canadian driver’s licence and access to a personal vehicle.
- Legal entitlement to work in Canada.
Benefits
The employer lists the following after completion of the probationary period:
- Group benefits.
- Health Spending Account program.
- Paid vacation with progressive accrual.
- Long-term growth opportunities.
Apply
Applicants must complete both steps to be considered.
Step 1 — Request the application form
Email info@studioridge.com and request a Studio Ridge Employment Application Form.
Step 2 — Submit your application
Submit the following to info@studioridge.com:
- Completed Studio Ridge Employment Application Form.
- Resume.
- Portfolio or work samples.
- At least two examples of technical drawing work.
- Software proficiency summary.
- Brief cover letter outlining your strongest technical software proficiency, a project you are particularly proud of contributing to and the type of work environment in which you perform best.
Use the subject line:
[Your Name] — Studio Ridge Showhome Design Lead
Include your preferred coffee order or beverage of choice in your application email.
Applications without the completed Studio Ridge Employment Application Form will not be considered. Only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.