Commercial Building/Store Designer

Job Description

The Contract Store Designer supports the delivery of retail store design packages for new, relocation, remodel, and special project initiatives across multiple brands. This role focuses on accurate, timely execution of approved design concepts, adapting established brand standards to site-specific conditions, and producing clean, complete documentation that supports permitting, procurement, and construction. Working alongside full-time Store Designers and Design Leadership, this role is accountable for on-time delivery, drawing accuracy, and disciplined adherence to standards and processes, rather than concept origination or standards authorship.

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MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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*Design Documentation & Execution

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• Develop complete store design drawing packages based on approved brand concepts and standards, including:

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o Floor plans and fixture plans

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o Interior elevations and storefront elevations

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o Finish and material applications per approved specifications

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SCOPE & ACCOUNTABILITY

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• Executes approved concepts and standards; does not own or author brand standards.

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• Supports delivery of projects on time, within defined scope, and with quality, under the direction of Design Leadership.

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• Works within established tools, templates, CAD standards, and workflows.

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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

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• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field

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• 3+ years of experience in retail store design and documentation

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• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and Bluebeam; working knowledge of Microsoft Office

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• Proficiency using Adobe Creative Suite such as InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop

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• Solid understanding of: o Retail construction practices and materials

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o Millwork, lighting and basic MEP coordination

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o ADA and building code fundamentals

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o Full construction document sets

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• Strong creative problem solving and time management skills

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• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple active projects

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• Strong written and verbal communication skills

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• Collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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• Proficiency in REVIT, 3D modeling and visualization skills

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• Prior experience working within large, multi-brand retail rollouts

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• Familiarity with standardized CAD and REVIT libraries, block/object management, and drawing protocols