Store Designer

Insight Global; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail design firm in Vancouver is seeking a Store Designer to lead end-to-end design processes for new retail projects. This role involves creating floor plans, engaging stakeholders, and coordinating with consultants. The ideal candidate has 5 to 7 years of experience in retail design, proficiency in AutoCAD and SketchUp, and a collaborative mindset. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to innovate in the retail space.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7+ years of retail design experience focusing on malls and related projects.
• Technical proficiency in major design software.
• Track record in retail concept development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for new store projects.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and manage project timelines.
• Prepare design packages for construction teams.

Skills

Retail design experience

Proficient in AutoCAD

Skilled in SketchUp

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite

Strong rendering skills

Project management

Collaboration and communication

Education

Educational background in architecture or interior design

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a strong Store Designer to join a prominent retail company based in Vancouver, BC. This role is hybrid 4 days a week onsite with 40 hour work weeks. The Retail Space Designer leads the end-to-end design process for new store projects, transforming spaces in alignment with the Lululemon design playbook. This role involves:

Design Development: Creating floor plans, fixture layouts, and façade concepts tailored to new retail spaces.

Stakeholder Engagement: Presenting design proposals to senior managers and studio review teams, iterating based on feedback, and securing final approval from senior leadership.

Documentation & Handoff: Preparing approved design packages for architects to initiate construction documentation and permitting.

Project Coordination: Tracking key milestones across feasibility studies, schematic design, and construction phases, while supporting the construction team with design-related queries.

Consultant Management: Directing external architectural, structural, and MEP consultants to ensure brand consistency and spatial quality.

Quality Assurance: Reviewing FF&E shop drawings and ensuring buildability, timely documentation, and adherence to Lululemons global design standards.

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form (https://airtable.com/app21VjYyxLDIX0ez/shrOg4IQS1J6dRiMo) . The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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Skills and Requirements

Background

5 to 7+ years of retail design experience

(Focus on shopping malls, landlords, building departments, and city-related projects. Commercial design experience is acceptable but need to hit all must-haves.)

Educational or professional background in architecture or interior design, with a strong emphasis on spatial planning and design.

Technical Proficiency

Proficient in AutoCAD (2 years +)

Skilled in SketchUp (2 years +)

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign (2 years +)

Strong rendering skills to visualize and communicate design concepts effectively (2 years +)

Work Style & Collaboration

Ability to manage 8 to 12 projects simultaneously, balancing multiple workstreams with efficiency.

Highly collaborative: enjoys working with partners, actively listens, and communicates effectively.

Open-minded and receptive to feedback and new ideas. Advanced rendering capabilities beyond basic visualization tools.

Extensive experience in retail design, with a strong portfolio demonstrating depth and variety.

Background as a designer in any retail environment, including branded spaces, pop-ups, or experiential retail.

Proven track record of working on retail concept development, such as bringing visionary ideas (e.g., Nike Studio Concept) from initial ideation through to final execution. null

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].