About Patry Group of Companies
Patry Group is a leading real estate development and property management company headquartered in Kingston, Ontario. With a diverse portfolio including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, we are committed to delivering innovative, high-quality spaces that enhance community living. Our projects are defined by thoughtful design, integrity, and lasting value.
Engagement Summary
Patry Group is engaging an independent Interior Designer for a 6-month contract to support our Design & Development Team. This role focuses on designing functional, aesthetically compelling interior environments for new developments, renovations, amenity spaces, offices, and show suites — delivered against an agreed scope and timeline.
This is a contractor engagement, well-suited to a freelancer, sole practitioner, or incorporated designer with an active or prior client portfolio. You will invoice monthly, manage your own schedule against agreed deliverables, and work hybrid out of our Kingston office and your own workspace, using your own tools and software.
Scope of Deliverables (illustrative — final scope set at contract)
- Complete interior design packages — concepts, finish schedules, FF&E specifications for Three (3) active developments and show suites
- Lobby, amenity-space, and common-area design and model units for 2314 Princess Street residential building, 820 Gardiners condos and Empire Life commercial to residential renovations and commercial space
- Refresh design for existing properties — common areas, corridors, and lobbies
- Tender-ready drawings and specifications for handoff to project managers and trades
- Renderings, mood boards, and concept presentations to support marketing and lease-up
- Site visits during construction and installation, as required
Key Responsibilities
Design & Concept Development
- Develop creative, well-researched interior design concepts for multi-residential and mixed-use projects.
- Create interior design concepts for residential and commercial projects, including suites, lobbies, offices, amenity spaces, and common areas.
- Produce mood boards, material palettes, sketches, and presentation material to communicate design intent.
- Balance creativity with practicality, cost effectiveness, and brand alignment.
Space Planning
- Prepare functional space plans and furniture layouts that comply with building codes and support user needs.
- Recommend design solutions that enhance flow, efficiency, and overall user experience.
Material, Fixtures & Finishes
- Select and specify materials, finishes, fixtures, lighting, furniture, and décor.
- Maintain a finish materials library and build strong relationships with suppliers.
- Present selections to internal stakeholders and ensure consistency with design objectives.
Documentation & Specifications
- Create clear, organized design packages including material specifications, finish schedules, furniture lists, and presentation boards.
- Collaborate closely with contractors, millworkers, project managers, and consultants to ensure design intent is achieved.
- Review shop drawings, samples, and mock-ups for accuracy and quality.
Project Coordination
- Participate in site visits, walk-throughs, and design reviews.
- Provide on-site guidance to ensure installation aligns with approved designs.
- Troubleshoot design challenges and adapt plans as required.
Budgeting & Procurement
- Prepare interior finish and furniture budgets.
- Obtain supplier pricing, manage procurement timelines, and ensure selections stay within budget.
- Help coordinate delivery, installation, and staging.
Brand & Aesthetic Standards
- Ensure all designed spaces align with the Patry Group brand and aesthetic identity.
- Assist in establishing and evolving internal design guidelines and standards.
Qualifications & Skills
Education & Experience
- Diploma or degree in Interior Design, Interior Decorating, or a related field.
- 2–5+ years of professional interior design or decorating experience (preferably in residential or commercial environments).
- Experience with design presentations, material selection, and space planning.
- Operating as an independent contractor, sole proprietor, incorporated designer, or registered design business.
- GST/HST registration (or willingness to register before contract start).
- Professional liability and general liability insurance (or willingness to obtain).
Technical & Creative Skills
- Strong ability to create visual presentations, concept boards, and design documentation.
- Knowledge of materials, finishes, furniture, lighting, and design trends.
- Understanding of building codes, accessibility principles, and general construction methods (asset but not required).
Software Proficiency
Experience with the following tools is highly valued:
- AutoCAD / Revit (drafting & documentation)
- SketchUp (concept modelling)
- Adobe Creative Suite — Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign (presentations)
- Canva (concept boards & visual communication)
- Bluebeam Revu (drawing markups)
- MS Office / Google Workspace (schedules, budgets, documentation)
- Rendering tools such as Enscape, V-Ray, or Lumion are an asset.
You will use your own laptop, software licenses, and tools for the engagement. Patry provides project files, drawings, and access to our SharePoint environment as needed.
Soft Skills
- Strong communication and presentation abilities.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently when needed.
Engagement Terms
- Term: 6 months from start, with possibility of extension by mutual agreement
- Rate: $55 – $75/hour CAD plus HST, based on experience
- Alternative: fixed-fee per deliverable, negotiated against scope
- Estimated workload: full-time equivalent; you set your schedule against agreed deliverables
- Invoicing: monthly, net 30
- You retain the right to take on other client work during the engagement
- Hybrid arrangement — ideally in office in Kingston, however, will review the option of periodic on-site presence in Kingston with remote work flexibility
Pay: $55.00-$75.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kingston, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Do you have a diploma or degree in Interior Design, Interior Decorating, or a related field?
- What is your preferred wage for this position?
- Please include the link to view your portfolio, or include it in your application.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kingston, ON (Frontenac District)
