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Colliers Engineering & Design · 2 days ago

Retail Designer (Level 3)

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$80K/yr - $124K/yr

8+ years exp

Colliers Engineering & Design, through its affiliate MG2, is seeking a Retail Designer (Level 3) to join their team in Seattle, WA. The role involves overseeing all phases of the design process for fast-moving retail and Food & Beverage projects, ensuring design intent is maintained throughout all stages of design and construction.

ArchitectureCivil EngineeringMechanical Engineering

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead design teams in the generation of comprehensive original design concepts and completion of design deliverables including preliminary design documentation, conceptual plans, 3D renderings, and exhibits

Work collaboratively with architectural and design staff on projects of varying types and scale. This includes a detailed understanding of how jurisdictional requirements, client standards, constructability, and programmatic guidelines impact and inform designs. Designers at this level may work across MG2 markets and coordinate with various studios

Possess a comprehensive and detailed knowledge of construction documents including ability to lead, manage, review, comment, and provide guidance on various design related production efforts

Assist with production of design related construction documents as required

Conduct design research from a wide variety of benchmarking sources for ideation and provide detailed design documentation to architectural project teams

Oversee completion of timely and accurate surveys of existing conditions in spaces identified as potential sites for tenant improvements. Identify any potential risks and issues and review potential design solutions with Project Manager and design staff

Research project materiality and FF&E specifications with a comprehensive understanding of durability and aesthetic qualities, as well as sustainable design considerations. Provide recommendations based on scope of work, project budget, and sustainability goals

Oversee data collection, project programming, and preliminary space planning

Lead design meetings and actively collaborate in larger team meetings as required

Lead QA/QC reviews of design deliverables related construction documents to ensure design intent is maintained throughout all project phases

Perform relevant research of building products and materials as necessary to generate preliminary project specifications for furniture, fixtures, and finishes. Collaborate with specification writers, sustainable material specialists, product representatives, and Project Managers to finalize overall project specifications

Contribute to the execution of Construction Administration procedures including review of design related RFIs and project submittals

Oversee production of design deliverables used in RFP/RFQ responses and marketing proposals, provide guidance and comment as necessary

Manage internal and external design resources; ensure consistent quality and project profitability

Actively participate in efforts to build and support a design culture at MG2, including adherence to design rigor standards and processes

Produce accurate and timely work in accordance with the project schedule and workplans. Work should demonstrate understanding of contractual obligations, design intent, and the project budget

Qualification

RevitAuto-CADSustainable material sourcingNCIDQ CertificationLEED certificationSketch-UpAdobe Creative SuiteRetail experienceDesign documentationEnglish proficiencyLeadershipCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture, design or a related field

8+ years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm focusing on brand/commercial interior environments

Previous experience leading design focused meetings and overseeing the production of design deliverables

Comprehensive understanding of the relationship between design and constructability

Proficiency with Revit, Sketch-Up, Auto-CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Enscape

Detailed knowledge related to material selections and production of outline specifications; experience with sustainable material sourcing and documentation of embodied carbon required

Demonstrated experience with furniture, fixture, and equipment selections, product research, and documentation

Full understanding of merchandising needs in a store environment

Retail experience required

Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions

Preferred

NCIDQ Certification and LEED certification preferred but not required

Benefits

Employer provided employee healthcare plan and reduced cost premium plans, life insurance, and short and long-term disability coverage.

Paid Time Off, 7 paid Holidays, and an additional 3 Floating Holidays.

Employer sponsored Family Planning Program and employer Paid Parental Leave.

Learning & Career Development opportunities.

Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Program.

Participation in a 401K program including eligible company match percentage, after waiting period.

Company

Colliers Engineering & Design

Colliers Engineering is a provider of multi-discipline engineering, design, and consulting services to public and private sector clients. It is a sub-organization of Colliers.

Founded in 1984

Holmdel, New Jersey, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://colliersengineering.com

H1B Sponsorship

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