Retail Design Architect

Description

• Performs and documents site surveys across the US and Canada.
• Create RCPs, interior elevations, exterior elevations, and floor plans in AutoCAD.
• Drafts all design development drawings in AutoCAD for DD and CD sets.
• Assist with site visits to construction sites for design compliance.
• Assist with creating design layouts and storefront designs.
• Manages general contractors and oversees construction administration.
• Assist with site visits to review millwork and architectural details for design compliance.
• Assist with developing standards guidelines in Indesign/Illustrator with the marketing team.
• Visits sites to review construction progress
• Creates survey packages of proposed locations in AutoCad.
• Assist with creating and updating material and prototype library database.
• Manage construction administration of multiple projects at the same time.
• Create and update internal architectural and millwork drawings to represent the brand’s evolving design.
• Review and redline construction drawings for design compliance with DD set.
• Create 3D models and interior and exterior renderings of all projects
• Maintain a customer-service oriented mindset, ensuring that all internal partners and stakeholders are represented in the Showroom Development process.
• Review and redline external millwork shop drawings for design compliance.

Requirements

• Preferred software knowledge in Smartsheet, Procore.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of management.
• Prior experience in luxury retail architecture is preferred.
• Possess a thorough understanding of architecture and construction processes.
• Required software knowledge in AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Vray, Photoshop, Illustrator, Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office Suite.
• 3-5 years of experience drafting construction drawings, construction administration, construction detail development, and millwork details in an architectural firm or retail company.
• Possess a keen eye for architectural and millwork details.
• Ability to read and comprehend all Construction drawings, details, and plan notes including MEP drawings.
• Ability to manage general contractors during construction administration and all phases of construction.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
• Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure in a dynamic, team environment that spans several businesses and several locations.
• Ability to work independently as well as be an effective team player
• Possess a general working knowledge of the ADA code, and construction codes & methodology
• Excellent negotiating and judgement skills.
• Travel required (40%)
• Superior organization, planning, and prioritization skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation plan
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Team Member discounts on Visual Comfort Products
• Company provided Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Generous Vacation and Paid Time Off Programs
• 401(k) Employer Match
• Closed on all major holidays

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance