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Visual Comfort & Co. · 11 hours ago

Retail Design Architect

Manhattan, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$90K/yr - $100K/yr

3+ years exp

Visual Comfort & Co. is seeking a Retail Design Architect to drive the expansion of their shop in shop program. The role involves drafting design development and construction documents in AutoCAD, overseeing construction administration, and managing all phases of architectural design and construction management.

Consumer GoodsE-CommerceLightingManufacturingRetail

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performs and documents site surveys across the US and Canada

Creates survey packages of proposed locations in AutoCad

Drafts all design development drawings in AutoCAD for DD and CD sets

Manages general contractors and oversees construction administration

Visits sites to review construction progress

Assist with creating design layouts and storefront designs

Create RCPs, interior elevations, exterior elevations, and floor plans in AutoCAD

Create 3D models and interior and exterior renderings of all projects

Create and update internal architectural and millwork drawings to represent the brand’s evolving design

Review and redline external millwork shop drawings for design compliance

Review and redline construction drawings for design compliance with DD set

Assist with creating and updating material and prototype library database

Assist with site visits to construction sites for design compliance

Assist with site visits to review millwork and architectural details for design compliance

Assist with developing standards guidelines in Indesign/Illustrator with the marketing team

Assist with any additional responsibilities as requested

Qualification

AutoCADConstruction administrationArchitectural designLuxury retail architectureConstruction codes knowledge3D modelingCustomer service mindsetMulti-taskProfessional demeanorCommunicationNegotiation skillsTeam playerOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

3-5 years of experience drafting construction drawings, construction administration, construction detail development, and millwork details in an architectural firm or retail company

Possess a keen eye for architectural and millwork details

Ability to read and comprehend all Construction drawings, details, and plan notes including MEP drawings

Possess a thorough understanding of architecture and construction processes

Ability to manage general contractors during construction administration and all phases of construction

Manage construction administration of multiple projects at the same time

Possess a general working knowledge of the ADA code, and construction codes & methodology

Superior organization, planning, and prioritization skills

Maintain a customer-service oriented mindset, ensuring that all internal partners and stakeholders are represented in the Showroom Development process

Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure in a dynamic, team environment that spans several businesses and several locations

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of management

Excellent negotiating and judgement skills

Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times

Ability to work independently as well as be an effective team player

Required software knowledge in AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Vray, Photoshop, Illustrator, Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office Suite

Travel required (40%)