Retail Design Architect (Store Designer)

Drafts the internal technical design development drawing package in AutoCAD, and creates 3 models, renderings, architectural details for all renovations, relocations, and new points of sale.

Responsibilities:

• Drafts all design development drawings in AutoCAD for internal DD sets.
• Assist with creating design layouts and storefront designs.
• Create RCPs, interior elevations, exterior elevations, and floor plans in AutoCAD.
• Create 3D models and interior and exterior renderings of all projects
• Create and update internal architectural and millwork drawings to represent the brand’s evolving design.
• Review and redline external millwork shop drawings for design compliance.
• Review and redline construction drawings for design compliance with DD set.
• Assist with creating and updating material and prototype library database.
• Assist with site visits to construction sites for design compliance.
• 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.
• Assist with any additional responsibilities as requested.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
• 3-5 years of experience drafting construction drawings, construction detail development, and millwork details in an architectural firm or retail company.
• Prior experience in luxury retail architecture is preferred.
• Possess a keen eye for architectural and millwork details.
• Ability to read and comprehend all Construction drawings, details, and plan notes including MEP drawings.
• Possess a thorough understanding of architecture and construction processes.
• Possess a general working knowledge of the ADA code, and construction codes & methodology
• Superior organization, planning, and prioritization skills.
• Maintain a customer-service oriented mindset, ensuring that all internal partners and stakeholders are represented in the Showroom Development process.
• 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.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times
• Ability to work independently as well as be an effective team player
• Required software knowledge in AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Vray, Photoshop, Illustrator, Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Preferred software knowledge in Smartsheet, Procore.
• Travel required (20%)

We Provide:

• Competitive base salary and annual discretionary bonus
• Structured training program
• Minimal cost for Medical, Vision, and Dental 
• Company provided Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• 401K match up to 4% of your contributions
• Generous vacation program with up to 14 days paid vacation the first year
• Accrued sick time
• Closed on all major holiday

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