Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.
As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.
We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.
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Competition ID: 4616
Internal Closing Date: May 24, 2026
External Closing Date: Open Until Filled
# of Openings: 1
- Salary Information: 14 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $34.78 to $38.87 per hour
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Travel Frequency: Regular travel between campuses is required.
Employee Group: Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)
Days of Work (BCGEU): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Hours of Work (BCGEU): 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Hours per Week (BCGEU): 35
We are currently seeking a Facilities Interior Designer to join our Facilities team.
Job Overview
The Facilities Interior Designer is responsible for providing technical support to Kwantlen Polytechnic University for renovations and refurbishment projects. To assist in the development of interior space requirements and standards, including selecting furniture; assist in planning, co-coordinating and overseeing renovations.
Under the general direction of the Manager, Capital Projects this position will assist in developing and coordinating functions involving interior planning, scheduling and technical, contractual, and financial activities in the support of renovation project delivery, campus refurbishment and furniture acquisition and replacement. This position will be expected to interpret and comply with codes, regulations, by-laws and all other applicable legislation relating to facilities and will assist in developing policies related to areas of responsibility. Consultation takes place internally with administration, faculty, staff and students and externally with service contractors, inspection authorities and consultants. The Facilities Interior Designer exercises considerable independence of judgment and action in order to maintain project budgets and schedules for several projects simultaneously.
Education and Experience
A Bachelor’s Degree in Architectural Design, Industrial or Interior Design or equivalent knowledge, training and experience.
Experience in facilities management, and/or construction, and/or interior design, and/or planning, layout design or architecture, preferably in the post-secondary environment.
Two years’ experience and demonstrable proficiency in AutoCAD and other commonly used design software such as Google SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator or InDesign.
Familiarity and experience working with computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office, Project, Visio, and Building Management Systems.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrable knowledge of the methods, practices, materials, tools and equipment used in the delivery of space planning, alteration and renovation projects as well as a strong understanding in related building systems including HVAC, lighting, life safety, communications and security.
Working knowledge of applicable building codes, fire and safety codes, by-laws, regulations and related legislation is desirable.
Experience dealing with external companies and professional service providers; ability to schedule, coordinate and oversee the efficient delivery of a variety of space planning, alterations and renovation contractors.
Demonstrated ability to compose complex business correspondence including documents, drawings and specifications related to the field.
Proven ability to maintain, manage and prepare drawings, graphs, spread sheets, Gantt charts and related reports.
Ability to read and interpret drawing package.
Proven ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Proven ability to interact effectively with a wide and diverse community including administrators, students, faculty, employees, contractors, inspectors, engineers, architects.
Ability to deal with confidential matters pertaining to educational and human resource planning.
Ability to travel between campuses.
As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.
Salary Information
Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
Total Rewards
As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!
Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.
Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.
Note to Applicants
Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.
If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at
[email protected].
Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.
We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
