Intermediate Technical Designer - Retail

Keystone Distinction Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group is seeking an Architectural Intermediate Technical Designer / Project Professional for its Retail Interiors division in New York. The role focuses on leading drawing production, coordinating with consultants, and supporting construction‑phase activities for branded environments.

The ideal candidate balances creative concept development with technical execution, with strong experience in retail store planning and millwork design.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of professional experience, preferably retail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Independent, creative thinker who collaborates well in fast‑paced environments.
• Expert proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD. Familiarity with Bluebeam and Adobe Design products is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Building Codes and ADA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead retail drawing production across SD, DD, CD phases.
• Coordinate with consultants and project managers for complete construction documents.
• Assist Project Manager with coordination of docs for approval.
• Attend weekly OAC calls and review RFIs and shop drawings during construction.
• Travel for site surveys and construction visits as needed.

Skills

Retail experience

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Revit proficiency

AutoCAD proficiency

Bluebeam familiarity

Building Codes/ADA knowledge

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Adobe Design tools

Job description

Architectural Intermediate Technical Designer / Project Professional – Retail Interiors / Branded Environments

New York, NY – HYBRID

Our client is an award‑winning provider of innovative design solutions. Headquartered in New York City with satellite offices in Long Island, the firm works locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.

They have an immediate need for an Intermediate Technical Designer / Project Professional to lead retail‑focused drawing production, coordinate with consultants and project managers, and support construction‑phase activities. The professional will lead, create and execute concept‑driven projects for our retail interiors division. The ideal candidate brings a strong balance of creative concept development and technical execution, with a demonstrated expertise in retail store planning, back‑of‑house coordination, and retail fixturing and millwork design.

Responsibilities

• The ability to travel and perform Architectural site surveys.
• Produce detailed and accurate drawing sets across all phases (SD, DD, CD), with a focus on retail‑specific detailing and coordination.
• Coordinate closely with the external consultants to ensure a complete and coordinated set of construction documents, suitable for landlord approval, approval from the authorities having jurisdiction, and accurate general contractor bidding.
• Assist the Project Manager with the coordination of the construction documents for approval.
• Throughout construction, the ideal candidate will attend virtual weekly OAC calls, review shop drawings and submittals, and review/respond to general contractor RFIs.
• Attend weekly virtual OAC calls throughout construction.
• The ability to travel and perform construction site visits that may include a punch‑list at the completion of construction.

Requirements

• 3-8 years of professional experience, preferably focused on retail experience.
• An independent, creative thinker, with the ability to work collaboratively, manage multiple tasks, and communicate effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Someone who excels in fast‑paced, detail‑rich project environments.
• A collaborator who values TPG’s approachable, advisory relationship with clients.
• Expert proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD. Familiarity with Bluebeam and Adobe Design products is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Building Codes, ADA requirements, and industry standards.

Annual Salary Range*: $75K to $115K

Schedule: Full Time | 4 days in office + 1 remote day Location: New York Office