Senior Design Manager

Senior Design ManagerThe Senior Design Manager develops innovative store designs within brand goals, with a focus on customer experience and operational efficiency. They work collaboratively with the Store Development team and interdepartmentally to ensure successful execution of projects in accordance with financial, social, and environmental goals.Job LocationsUS-WA-SeattleAddress1320 4th AveOur CultureIf you're a people person, you're a PCC person. Maybe it's our co-op roots, or maybe it's our Northwest nature, but we embrace stewardship and take action because we care. As one of the most trusted grocers in Seattle, we foster high standards and look to our staff members to build trust by acting with integrity — toward our members and shoppers, and toward each other.PCC is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We value all the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our staff members invest in their work, stores and communities. Valuing diversity is a significant part of our culture, our values and PCC's success.PCC provides equal employment opportunities to all staff members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Main Job ResponsibilitiesOversees fixture plan creation for new stores, innovative remodels and new programs, anticipating potential obstacles and providing cost effective and time efficient solutionsGathers information from site visits to determine project scope, design direction, and analyzes current design methodology to gain insight into department functionality and end user needsDevelops fixture and millwork design with department staff to gain insight into department functionality, and assists in new program equipment/fixture roll-outs to storesConfirms stewardship of resources including fiscal management of all facilities planning, design, and construction functionsCommunicates design intent quickly and efficiently to various groups through sketching, dialogue, and drawingsAssists in monitoring internal deadline management, communicating to necessary groupsDevelops and manages implementation of strategic facilities initiativesCommunicates professionally and effectively with vendors, contractors, and architects, holding them accountable for timely and accurate workWorks collaboratively with architect, kitchen designer, Merchandising, Facilities, and OperationsConducts ongoing industry research that helps capture current retail and lifestyle trends into the design processOther duties as needed or required, including updating and maintaining the Store Development SharePoint siteThis position works consistently at a light physical work level and may be asked to work on occasion at a medium or heavy physical work level when supporting stores or other offsite events. Frequently required to sit, walk, reach, and grasp. Occasionally required to be on feet with a mix of standing and walking throughout shift.Qualifications and SkillsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in design or architecture5+ years' design experienceDemonstrated proficiency in retail design, with grocery experience preferredStrong communication skillsAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities concurrentlyExcellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively in a strongly collaborative environmentExcellent written and oral communication skillsProficient in MS Office Outlook, Project, PowerPoint, Excel, and WordStrong current AutoCAD experience along with working familiarity with Revit, Bluebeam and SketchupAdvanced understanding of all stages of design development and processesAbility to travel to all PCC locations, including the business officeThis role is expected to be in person at our stores and/or Seattle headquarters 4 days per week, depending on business needs.Evening/night/weekend work required depending on the needs of the projectDesired QualificationsPassion for food and PCC's valuesFamiliarity with RevitBenefits and PerksKeep yourself and your family healthy. Medical, dental, and vision planCare for yourself and loved ones. Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program.Take time off. Paid time off starting at 0.08 hours per hour worked, plus 6 paid holidays per year, and bereavement leave.Save for your future. 401(k) profit sharing contributionSave on expenses. Discounted ORCA bus pass, staff discount on in-store purchases, free PCC co-op membership, Flexible Spending Account with pre-tax savings on eligible health and childcare expenses.Learn more at job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities, and requirements, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function within our company. PCC Community Markets reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet the changing industry or business needs as necessary.Additional DetailsWork occurs in an office, a variety of off-site environments and in a grocery store environment which includes surfaces that can be wet and slippery, moderate noise level, and temperature extremes in controlled environments in the cooler and freezer, and depending on location, working outside in all temperatures. There may be exposure to certain allergens and / or chemicals. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, and other applicable state or local law, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.Comp DetailsStarting Wage Range: $130,000-$155,000/year, depending on experience.