Branch Real Estate Designer

This position is known internally as Senior Facilities Designer. What You Will Do: Partner with internal design team critical firm projects to understand the impact of Branch Real Estate on delivery of firm strategies – current and future. Consult with internal Branch Real Estate Consultants and field leaders to understand needs and shape solutions for firm initiatives including Shared Real Estate and Teaming Branch offices. Provide guidance to Cushman & Wakefield design team to ensure alignment on firm strategies, supporting the firm and the field. Provide tailored design solutions to the field for individual projects including our most successful advisors. Provide firm‑level understanding of real estate initiatives to drive change in the field. Analyze, diagnose, and recommend changes to branch design, furniture, branch equipment, and space needs. Build, maintain and leverage perspective on internal and external trends that can improve individual and branch design performance. Act as a change champion for the Edward Jones brand and firm standards & guidelines. Utilize independent thought and judgment and practice candor with respect. Requirements: Bachelor's degree required; preferred in Design (Architecture, Interiors, Environmental). 5+ years of architectural or interior design experience, NCIDQ a plus. Proficiency in REVIT and Microsoft Office desired. Architectural rendering and/or graphic design skills preferred. Highly qualified in providing direction on complex branch design challenges. Ability to create, read and review construction drawings, provide red‑lines, sign‑off and approval for other designers. Understanding of technical aspects of design/construction including low voltage, materials, budgets, constructability, electrical and HVAC systems. Application and understanding of life safety and building code compliance. Versed in the five phases of interior/architectural projects & project management. Functional skills include: Evaluating industry trends and opportunities related to physical office space. Interpreting federal, state, and local architectural requirements (including not limited to ADA). Developing and owning relationships with third‑party vendors for furniture, fixture, and finishes. Strong project management skills with experience coordinating multiple projects simultaneously. Strong organizational skills with the ability to evaluate and establish priorities, then implement plans to accomplish them without compromising deadlines. Provide direction and mentorship for project team members (primarily external to Edward Jones). Highly collaborative. Proven ability to influence without authority. Strong written and verbal communication skills required, including the ability to convey firm‑level messaging to the field or relay difficult messages. Candidates that live within a commutable distance from our Tempe, AZ and St. Louis, MO home office locations are expected to work in the office four days per week effective June 1, 2026. Before June 1, 2026, candidates that live within a commutable distance from our Tempe, AZ and St. Louis, MO home office locations are expected to work in the office three days per week, with preference for Tuesday through Thursday. Current INTERNAL home‑based associates: While this role is posted as hybrid, if selected and accepted, you may retain your home‑based status . Edward Jones intends in good faith to continue offering the role as home‑based, though future business or regulatory needs may require on‑site work. Edward Jones does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Edward Jones