Retail Design Architect

Description

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

Requirements

• Possess a keen eye for architectural and millwork details.
• Required software knowledge in AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Vray, Photoshop, Illustrator, Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture required
• Possess a general working knowledge of the ADA code, and construction codes & methodology
• Prior experience in luxury retail architecture is preferred.
• Possess a thorough understanding of architecture and construction processes.
• Superior organization, planning, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend all Construction drawings, details, and plan notes including MEP drawings.
• Ability to work independently as well as be an effective team player
• Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure in a dynamic, team environment that spans several businesses and several locations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of management.
• Excellent negotiating and judgement skills.
• Travel required (30%)
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times
• 3-5 years of experience drafting construction drawings, construction detail development, and millwork details in an architectural firm or retail company.
• Preferred software knowledge in Smartsheet, Procore.

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance