Manager, Architecture - Facades & Branding

Burlington Coat Factory Whse. Corp.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Associate discount

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company matching

Job summary

Burlington Stores, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Architecture - Facades & Branding in New Jersey to lead exterior façade design across store openings and relocations.

You will coordinate with internal teams and external partners, evaluate site conditions and regulatory requirements, and prepare permit documentation. The role combines design excellence with project management and leadership: producing façade renderings, ensuring signage code compliance, managing multiple projects to meet lease and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or equivalent with drafting/design experience preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience on commercial architecture projects.
• 2-3 years of experience managing a team.
• Strong architectural visualization skillset and rendering software proficiency.
• Proficiency with Photoshop, SketchUp, AutoCAD and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Produce architectural renderings of façade elevations and façade finish documentation.
• Develop signage design compliant with landlord and code requirements.
• Manage multiple real estate projects to meet lease and construction timelines.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members; coordinate with internal/external partners.
• Prepare construction documents and support project documentation.

Skills

Architectural Visualization

Photoshop

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Rendering software

Smartsheet

MS Office

Adobe Suite

Illustrator

Bluebeam

Site visits

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Tools

Photoshop

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Smartsheet

Illustrator

Bluebeam

MS Office

Adobe Suite

Job description

Position Overview

The Manager, Architecture - Facades & Branding will support the Architecture team across new store and relocation programs, with primary responsibility for façade design. This role will collaborate with internal and external partners to understand project goals, requirements, and budgets while evaluating site conditions, zoning regulations, environmental factors, and other relevant considerations. The Manager will prepare and submit documentation required for building permits, coordinate with local authorities to ensure regulatory compliance, and address requested revisions or issues. This position will also maintain ongoing communication throughout all phases of design and construction, responding to feedback, concerns, and questions in a timely and professional manner.

A Day in the Life

EXTERIOR FAÇADE DESIGN

Produces architectural renderings of façade elevations using digital tools and design & artistic skill. Produces façade exhibits in line with the Burlington Brand to communicate design intent. Solves design issues and produce architectural renderings and façade finish documentation specific to each store site. Responsible for applying signage code, landlord and center design guidelines while developing designs based on landlord and local municipal requirements. Review architectural blueprints and specifications and use to inform façade and signage design. Researches and explores architectural materials and makes recommendations to advance performance and cost targets of company. Ability to travel to sites to record site conditions, materials, record needed dimensions to produce required execution documentation.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Runs many projects simultaneously keeping on pace with overall real estate and legal timelines with little oversite from leadership. Frequent interaction with city planning departments to ensure understanding and adherence to code, real estate brokers and landlord contacts via phone and digital video conference tools to gather all information and documents relevant to project. Documenting existing and changing processes into department training guides as needed. Running reports in Lucernex and proactively identifying store locations weekly for follow-up with landlords to stay on timeline for lease signing target dates. Track/communicate project milestones to ensure all timelines are met and all internal and external partners are informed. Organize and file site documentation into Lucernex and department folders per department guidelines. Review architecture team scope of work requests for completeness, once scopes are ready assign projects and follow up accordingly. Input project documentation into Lucernex systems database. Work closely with Store Planning, Design & Architecture team with the objective of meeting or exceeding project schedules, budgets and quality standards. Participate in project and department meetings as needed. Provide exceptional customer service when working with internal and external partners. Overall team project support where needed.

LEADERSHIP

Lead, coach, and develop direct reports by providing clear direction, performance feedback, training, and growth opportunities. Establish team priorities, allocate workload, and monitor performance to ensure project objectives and departmental goals are achieved. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development. Mentor team members in project management, design execution, stakeholder communication, and problem-solving skills. Build strong relationships with internal and external partners, proactively resolving conflicts and driving alignment to support successful store openings and business objectives. You'll Come With Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or a combination of Associate Architecture degree and drafting/design experience in an Architectural office preferred. 5-7 years of experience working on commercial architecture projects 2-3 years of experience managing a team Strong Architectural Visualization skillset required Software requirements: Photoshop, Sketchup, AUTOCAD, other rendering software Smartsheet experience Site visits and client meetings Strong skills with MS office, and Adobe Suites & Illustrator, Bluebeam, Smartsheet experience a plus Excellent communication skills Ability to be a team player as well as work independently Preparation of construction documents

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: Ability to travel, drive a vehicle, stand, walk, sit, lift as necessary. Travel is up to 10% to project sites or to corporate office.

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Benefits

• You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount.
• Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance.
• Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.

We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us.

Our teams work hard and have fun together!

Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day.

Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.

Compensation Range: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00

For over half a century, Burlington have been delivering value to our customers, associates and our communities. With our every day low prices on top brand name merchandise for the entire family and home, combined with our dedication to our thousands of associates nationwide and our ability to make an impact in the communities where we live and work, Burlington is proud to be an award-winning off-price retailer.

Visit BurlingtonStores.Jobs for a full listing of our available jobs.