Store Designer

City Building Engineering Services (CBES-US); Quincy (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design solutions provider is seeking a designer to support store development projects across multiple brands. The role requires a degree in Interior Design or Architecture and entails developing design solutions, preparing fixture plans, and collaborating with various partners. Proficiency in AutoCAD and strong organizational skills are essential. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience and may need to travel up to 25%. This position is located in Quincy, MA, requiring in-person attendance three times per week.

Qualifications

• Degree required in relevant fields such as Interior Design or Architecture.
• 3-5 years of related experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Expertise in AutoCAD is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop design solutions supporting Brand initiatives using AutoCAD and Microsoft programs.
• Prepare and distribute fixture plans for partner review during project progression.
• Manage timelines to facilitate timely completion of projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or Architectural Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Adobe

BlueBeam

Sketch-Up

Job description

Candidate needs to be able to commute to Quincy, MA 3x a week.

Job Description

Contribute to the success of our valued partners by supporting the store development process across multiple brands thru provision of thoughtful design solutions, timely delivery of projects to internal and external business partners while maintaining high quality fixture plans in adherence to organizational design, drafting and CAD Standards.
This role reports to Planning Resource Lead & Format Spec II.

Framework & Guidelines

• Develop design solutions in support of Brand initiatives and parameters utilizing AutoCAD, Bluebeam & Microsoft programs in line with project scope requirements.
• Prepare and distribute fixture plans for partner review throughout the development, review & approval progression in adherence to drafting, design and brand standards and processes.
• Manage time to facilitate the delivery of accurately completed projects to client partners within timelines.
• Support business partners as defined or as needed to develop space and planning analysis.
• Track changes and issue revisions in a timely fashion.
• Update and maintain library of projects which may include conducting field surveys to incorporate site conditions to existing plans.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of a comprehensive drawing, equipment, fixture and standards libraries.
• Participate in creating efficient work process and tool development within applicable software.

Degree of Latitude

Determines application of brand and design standards to provide thoughtful plans which meet scope and project parameters.

Interactions and relationships

Collaborate with both internal and external partners from various departments (e.g., Store Planning, Construction, Décor & Signage, Equipment Purchasing) and client's Architectural and Engineering consultants. Present completed plans to project and leadership teams.

Requirements

• Degree in Interior Design, Architecture or Architectural Technology
• 3-5 years of related experience preferred but not required.
• AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of Architecture, Design and construction documents.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office Collaboration Apps
• Familiarity with Adobe, BlueBeam and Sketch-Up, Smartsheet – ideal but not required.
• CSSP (Certified Supermarket Store Planner) - ideal but not required.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Additional Skills

• Proven attention to detail.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively, including being an adept active listener, critical thinker and seeker of clarity in both written and oral formats.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks to maintain project cadence.
• Ability to lead presentations and train new planners.
• Keenly honed critical thinking skills, and an ability to think beyond task at hand.
• Proven ability to adapt, welcome and support significant change, achieve goals, and deliver outstanding results.
• Effective problem solving and interpersonal skills.

CBES is An affirmative action / Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company has a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in effect that is strictly adhered to.