Retail Store Designer & Planner | CAD/Bluebeam Pro

Diversity Nexus; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversity Nexus is seeking a detail-oriented Store Designer to support retail store design projects across multiple brands, including openings, relocations, remodels, and special initiatives. You will execute approved design concepts, adapt layouts to site-specific needs, and prepare accurate documentation for permitting, procurement, and construction.

The role emphasizes design execution, construction documentation, quality, and timely delivery while collaborating with Store Designers, Design

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in retail store design and design documentation.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and Bluebeam.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Understanding of retail construction practices, materials, millwork, lighting, and basic MEP coordination.
• Familiarity with ADA requirements, building codes, and construction document sets.

Responsibilities

• Develop retail store design drawing packages, including floor plans, fixture plans, interior elevations, storefront elevations, and finish/material applications.
• Apply approved brand standards while adapting designs to site conditions, landlord requirements, and local building codes.
• Review tenant design criteria, site surveys, as-built drawings, landlord work letters, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with architecture/engineering teams, design partners, construction, signage, and R&D teams to resolve design challenges.
• Ensure drawings are accurate, complete, consistent, and delivered within project timelines.
• Incorporate redlines, review comments, and feedback into design documents.
• Support design documentation updates through design development and construction phases.
• Review vendor documents and shop drawings for compliance with approved design standards.
• Provide design clarifications to vendors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Assist with design presentations, sample boards, and visual materials for project and brand reviews.
• Identify potential project risks and communicate issues proactively to relevant teams.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Diversity Nexus is seeking a detail-oriented Store Designer to support retail store design projects across multiple brands, including openings, relocations, remodels, and special initiatives. You will execute approved design concepts, adapt layouts to site-specific needs, and prepare accurate documentation for permitting, procurement, and construction.

The role emphasizes design execution, construction documentation, quality, and timely delivery while collaborating with Store Designers, Design