Ralph Lauren Architecture & Design Manager, RLA+D Studio

BoF Careers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ralph Lauren Corporation is seeking a Store Design Project Manager to drive the design, planning, and execution of focal emblematic retail and hospitality projects across multiple Ralph Lauren brands in North America. You will oversee design development, coordinate with retailers, millworkers, general contractors, and suppliers, and ensure on-time delivery with strong communication and presentation skills.

Ideal candidates bring proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and related tools, plus

Qualifications

• High proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office (Excel) and SketchUp.
• Knowledge of millwork standards, details and construction.
• Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Bluebeam, Acrobat X Pro, BIM360 and Smartsheet.
• Project Management experience including budgets, schedules and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing projects from design through completion; from design development to punch-list.
• Produce schematic design and design development drawing packages; manage with AOR construction documents for Retail stores and renovations.
• Coordinate budgets and schedules, coordinating all phases with suppliers and partners.
• Produce millwork bid packages and review/approve millwork shop drawings; coordinate material and finish selections.
• Partner with AOR on finalizing bidding documents in coordination with PM consultants.
• Coordinate project requirements with internal partners including Retail Development/Planning, Merchandising and Store Operations.
• Coordinate project scope with external partners, including millworkers, consultants and accounts.
• Adhere to AutoCAD, drafting, project management and directory standards.
• Conduct site visits to carry out punch list reviews with contractors and on-site consultants.

Skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

SketchUp

Millwork standards

Communication skills

Project management

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Photoshop

Bluebeam

Acrobat X Pro

BIM360

Smartsheet

Job description

Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Company Description

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands. At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.

Position Overview

The candidate will be responsible for the store design process from design, planning, and project management through completion for focal emblematic retail+hospitality projects across multiple Ralph Lauren brands. Candidate must be competent in handling and organizing multiple projects and interfacing with all levels of management at Ralph Lauren, with retail partners, millworkers, general contractors, and vendors and suppliers mainly located in North America. Candidate must be well versed in architectural design language, and must demonstrate strong communication and presentation skills.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible formanaging projects from design through completion; this encompasses initial design development thru project opening/punch-list.


• Produce schematic design and design development drawing packages, and manage with AOR the construction document packages for Retail stores, including new stores and renovations.


• In partnership with internal and external Construction Management consultants; manage budgets and schedules, coordinating all phases of a project with suppliers and partners.


• Produce millwork bid packages and review and approve millwork shop drawings, along with coordination of material & finish selections. In addition related fabrication shop drawings


• Partner with AOR on finalizing and issue bidding documents in coordination with PM consultants.


• Coordinate project requirements with internal partners, including Retail Development/Planning, Merchandising and Decorative and Store Operations.


• Coordinate project scope and details with external partners, including millworkers, consultants and accounts.


• Adhere to established AutoCAD, drafting, project management and directory standards.


• Conduct site visits to carry out punch list reviews with contractors and on site consultants

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

High proficiency in AutoCAD,Microsoft Office (Excel) and SketchUp. Knowledge of millwork standards, details and construction. Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Bluebeam, Acrobat X Pro, BIM360 and Smartsheet. Project Management experience, including budgets, schedules and cost analysis. Strong analytical skills, highly organized and detail oriented. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.