Architectural Designer

About the role

This employer is seeking an Architectural Designer to join its Store Development team in Memphis, TN. This individual will support the development of new retail locations from preconstruction through construction kickoff, collaborating with cross-functional teams including real estate, engineering, permitting, and construction management. The ideal candidate will have a strong architectural or architectural-adjacent background, excellent AutoCAD skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and maintain architectural drawing sets, site plans, and construction documents using AutoCAD.
• Support store development projects through various stages of the preconstruction process.
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, engineers, and project managers to ensure project timelines are met.
• Assist with due diligence, permitting, and site development activities.
• Ensure drawings and project documentation align with company standards and municipal requirements.
• Manage multiple development projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Support design, layout, and building component reviews throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Design, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in architectural design, drafting, civil design, structural design, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD with the ability to create drawing sets and site plans.
• A strong understanding of building construction, design principles, and how building systems integrate.
• Organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Commercial or retail development projects
• Store development experience
• Exposure to civil or structural design
• Experience working with permitting and municipal review processes

Skills

• AutoCAD (required)
• Architectural drafting and design
• Construction documents and drawing set production
• Site plan development
• Commercial building design knowledge
• Understanding of permitting and development processes
• Project coordination and multi-project management

Benefits

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Schedule

Hybrid (remote and on-site)