Retail Store Designer – Design Documentation & Execution

Retail Store Designer Design Documentation & Execution

Location: New York NY 10018 (Hybrid 3 days in office (Local candidates only)

Duration: 6 months with possible extension

Work Hours: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM

ROLE SUMMARY

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.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Design Documentation & Execution

• Develop complete store design drawing packages based on approved brand concepts and standards including:
  • Floor plans and fixture plans
  • Interior elevations and storefront elevations
  • Finish and material applications per approved specifications
• Apply brand standards consistently while adapting layouts to site conditions landlord criteria and jurisdictional constraints
• Generate clear accurate detailed drawing packages suitable for construction document development

Project Review & Coordination

• Review and interpret kickoff documentation including:
  • Tenant Design Criteria
  • Site surveys and as-built drawings
  • Landlord work letters
  • Code and jurisdictional requirements
  • Brand operational and financial requirements
• Coordinate with internal partners (A/E Coordination Design Partners Construction Signage R&D) to resolve design constraints efficiently
• Participate in scheduled plan reviews and working sessions as required

Quality Accuracy & Timeliness

• Ensure all deliverables meet expectations for:
  • Accuracy (dimensioning fixture tagging consistency across sheets)
  • Completeness (no missing scopes or ambiguous information)
  • Timeliness (meeting milestones and handoff dates)
• Incorporate redlines comments and review feedback quickly and accurately
• Support document updates through DD and construction phases as needed

Vendor & Consultant Support

• Review vendor-produced documents and shop drawings for compliance with approved design intent and standards
• Provide design clarification to vendors consultants and internal teams as required

Presentations & Communication

• Assist in preparing design decks sample boards and visuals for landlord internal or brand reviews
• Communicate clearly and professionally with cross-functional partners
• Proactively identify risks and communicate them to relevant parties

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelors degree in Interior Design Architecture or related field
• Experience: 3 years of experience in Retail Store Design and Documentation
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and Bluebeam
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Proficiency using Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign Illustrator Photoshop)
• Solid understanding of:
  • Retail construction practices and materials
  • Millwork lighting and basic MEP coordination
  • ADA and building code fundamentals
  • Full construction document sets
• Strong creative problem-solving and time management skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple active projects
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced production environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency in REVIT
• 3D modeling and visualization skills
• Prior experience supporting large multi-brand retail rollouts
• Familiarity with standardized CAD / REVIT libraries block and object management and drawing protocols

CANDIDATE SELF-ASSESSMENT QUALIFYING SKILL MATRIX