Retail Interiors Tech Architect – Intermediate (Hybrid NYC)

Pernini Legal, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

New York hybrid design firm seeks an Intermediate Technical Architect Designer / Project Professional to lead retail-focused drawing production and coordinate with consultants. This role supports construction-phase activities and requires strong technical and creative contributions to retail interiors and branded environments.

Ideal candidates have 3–8 years in retail-focused design, expert Revit and AutoCAD skills, and the ability to travel for site surveys.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of professional experience, preferably focused on retail experience.
• Independent, creative thinker with ability to work collaboratively, manage multiple tasks, and communicate effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excels in fast-paced, detail-rich project environments.
• Collaborator who values 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.

Responsibilities

• Travel and perform Architectural site surveys.
• Produce detailed drawing sets across SD, DD, CD with a focus on retail detailing and coordination.
• Coordinate with external consultants to ensure complete construction documents for landlord approval and authorities having jurisdiction.
• Assist the Project Manager with coordination of construction documents for approvals.
• Attend virtual weekly OAC calls, review shop drawings and submittals, and respond to RFIs.
• Attend weekly virtual OAC calls throughout construction.
• Travel and perform construction site visits that may include a punch-list at completion of construction.

Skills

Retail store planning

Technical drawing

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Adobe Design Suite

Job description

New York hybrid design firm seeks an Intermediate Technical Architect Designer / Project Professional to lead retail-focused drawing production and coordinate with consultants. This role supports construction-phase activities and requires strong technical and creative contributions to retail interiors and branded environments.

Ideal candidates have 3–8 years in retail-focused design, expert Revit and AutoCAD skills, and the ability to travel for site surveys.