Architect - Retail Store Designer
4 days ago
New York
Title: Retail Store Designer • Remote Opportunity, full time hours* Client: Our client is a widely known American lifestyle, clothing, and accessories retailer Description: Our client is seeking temporary assistance for a full-time, long-term commitment to aid in the entire retail design process, spanning all stages from initial schematics to construction. This individual is responsible for designing and managing retail projects by applying knowledge of architecture, interior design, and construction. This individual will closely collaborate with the cross functional teams to ensure the quality realization of new stores. Responsibilities • Participate in developing innovative and creative design solutions consistent with brand strategy and merchandising standards., • Adapt current brand design to perform feasibility layouts for new retail spaces., • Manage the schematic design process and prepare drawings, renderings, and other presentation materials as required for internal design reviews., • Collaborate with Construction to resolve programming needs according to our budgets and project schedules, • Partner and coordinate design activities with internal stakeholders, architects, engineers, suppliers, and millwork vendors as required for new retail spaces to ensure project criteria is met., • Communicate between landlord / building department representatives to obtain project approvals/permits., • Identify and escalate issues that can adversely impact project schedules, costs, or design integrity Required: Minimum 2 years of experience in Retail Design, Store Planning, Architecture, or equivalent required. • Proficiency with AutoCAD, • Sketch UP, 3D rendering, and Adobe Creative Suite, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, • Analytical & creative problem solving skills, • Proficient knowledge of Architectural Drawing details, and construction costs, means and methods, • General understanding of building codes., • General understanding of HVAC, electrical, & plumbing drawings., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills required., • Ability to understand & visualize architectural details, follow directions accurately and efficiently, and handle a multi-task, fast paced, deadline-oriented work environment., • Self-motivated with critical attention to detail and reporting., • Demonstrates collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team. Education: Bachelors degree in Architecture or equivalent mandatory Salary / Hourly: $35-50 p hour Benefits: get paid for every hour worked
151 West 42nd Street, Manhattan, 10036, New York
