Senior Architecture Designer - Retail / Branded Environments

Responsibilities

• Interface with client throughout the design phase
• Aid design director in overseeing the design team
• Develop preliminary retail programs of requirements
• Develop test-fits, schematic design planning, program analysis & basic code analysis
• Prepare and support design scope and budget documentation related to retail fixtures, millwork and specialty elements
• Cook up design requirements with client, consultants and project team
• Select, present, and specify furniture, finishes and accessories
• Design and coordinate retail fixturing, including wall systems, gondolas, vitrines, POS and specialty displays
• Develop and coordinate custom millwork design, including detailing, specification and fabrication intent
• Assist and reviewing engineering documents, shop drawings, fixture drawings and submittals to ensure compliance with design intent
• Periodically visit project site during construction

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture (BA); Master's degree a plus
• Minimum of 5 years continuous professional experience in Retail Interiors and architecture within a branded environment
• Strong experience in concept design development for retail and branded environments
• Demonstrated expertise in retail store planning, including sales area and BOH layouts
• Proven experience with retail fixturing and custom millwork design and coordination
• Strong proficiency in SketchUp, Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to create photo-realistic renderings utilizing Enscape & AI-driven software
• Ability to balance strong design thinking with technical execution across all project phases
• Understanding of schematic design, design development and contract documents
• A detail-oriented mindset and an ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment