Store Design, Architecture – Senior Designer

Target; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Short‑term disability

Long‑term disability

Paid sick leave

Paid national holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Target is seeking a Senior Designer on the Architecture Team to translate brand and design principles into architecturally sound, buildable solutions. You will own discrete projects and contribute to broader programs across new stores, remodels, prototype evolution, and innovation efforts.

You’ll develop elevations, site adaptations, and submittal packages while collaborating with municipalities, developers, and internal teams to balance design with budget and regulatory needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (Master’s preferred).
• 4+ years of relevant experience in architecture or retail design.
• Demonstrated ability to translate design concepts into site‑specific architectural solutions.
• Strong design judgment and a clear point of view, with the ability to translate brand and design principles into thoughtful, compelling architectural outcomes.
• Experience producing and/or reviewing construction documentation in partnership with consultants.
• Understanding of building systems, materials, detailing, and constructability.
• Familiarity with adapting designs to codes, zoning, and jurisdictional requirements.
• Comfortable engaging with municipalities, developers, consultants, and construction partners.
• Ability to balance creative design thinking with scalable, repeatable solutions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build trust and advocate for design intent across teams.
• Ability to represent ideas through sketching, 3D modeling, and visual communication tools (e.g., SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite or similar).
• Self‑directed and accountable.

Responsibilities

• Translate brand, design principles, and loosely defined briefs into compelling, site‑specific architectural solutions with a strong point of view.
• Develop building elevations, site adaptations, and jurisdictional submittal packages that respond to local requirements while maintaining and enhancing design intent.
• Represent and advocate for design intent in conversations with municipalities, developers, and internal partners—balancing brand, budget, and regulatory needs.
• Advance design work from feasibility and schematic design through construction, guiding consultants to ensure alignment with design intent and technical requirements.
• Review and provide direction on construction documentation, applying sound judgment to maintain quality, consistency, and constructability without compromising design quality.
• Support projects through construction by helping resolve field questions and adapting solutions as needed while preserving the core design vision.
• Balance design ambition with cost, schedule, and operational realities—making informed tradeoffs that prioritize the guest experience.
• Apply design solutions within scalable systems and prototypes while contributing to their evolution and elevating overall design quality.
• Collaborate across Architecture, Construction, Engineering, Store Planning, Real Estate, and Brand/Marketing to align on cohesive outcomes and bring diverse perspectives into the work.
• Communicate ideas clearly and persuasively through drawings, models, and storytelling, tailoring approach to different audiences and situations.

Job description

Pay Range

$73,000.00 – $132,000.00. Pay is based on factors such as labor markets, education, work experience and certifications.

Benefits

Target offers comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance. Other benefits include a 401(k) plan, employee discounts, short‑term and long‑term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.

About Us

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. Our Architecture & Guest Experience team is dedicated to creating design‑led, integrated store environments.

About the Role

As a Senior Designer on the Architecture Team, you will translate brand, design principles, and loosely defined briefs into architecturally sound, buildable solutions. You will own discrete projects and contribute to broader programs across new stores, remodels, prototype evolution, and innovation efforts.

Responsibilities

• Translate brand, design principles, and loosely defined briefs into compelling, site‑specific architectural solutions with a strong point of view.
• Develop building elevations, site adaptations, and jurisdictional submittal packages that respond to local requirements while maintaining and enhancing design intent.
• Represent and advocate for design intent in conversations with municipalities, developers, and internal partners—balancing brand, budget, and regulatory needs.
• Advance design work from feasibility and schematic design through construction, guiding consultants to ensure alignment with design intent and technical requirements.
• Review and provide direction on construction documentation, applying sound judgment to maintain quality, consistency, and constructability without compromising design quality.
• Support projects through construction by helping resolve field questions and adapting solutions as needed while preserving the core design vision.
• Balance design ambition with cost, schedule, and operational realities—making informed tradeoffs that prioritize the guest experience.
• Apply design solutions within scalable systems and prototypes while contributing to their evolution and elevating overall design quality.
• Collaborate across Architecture, Construction, Engineering, Store Planning, Real Estate, and Brand/Marketing to align on cohesive outcomes and bring diverse perspectives into the work.
• Communicate ideas clearly and persuasively through drawings, models, and storytelling, tailoring approach to different audiences and situations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (Master’s preferred).
• 4+ years of relevant experience in architecture or retail design.
• Demonstrated ability to translate design concepts into site‑specific architectural solutions.
• Strong design judgment and a clear point of view, with the ability to translate brand and design principles into thoughtful, compelling architectural outcomes.
• Experience producing and/or reviewing construction documentation in partnership with consultants.
• Understanding of building systems, materials, detailing, and constructability.
• Familiarity with adapting designs to codes, zoning, and jurisdictional requirements.
• Comfortable engaging with municipalities, developers, consultants, and construction partners.
• Ability to balance creative design thinking with scalable, repeatable solutions.
• Sound judgment—knows when to lead, when to ask questions, and how to leverage partners effectively.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build trust and advocate for design intent across teams.
• Ability to represent ideas through sketching, 3D modeling, and visual communication tools (e.g., SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite or similar).
• Self‑directed and accountable.

Hybrid / Flex Arrangement

This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target’s needs, requiring both onsite presence at Target HQ MN location and virtual work as required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Target is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail]. Non‑accommodation related requests such as application follow‑ups or technical issues will not be addressed through this channel.