Abacus Service Corporation · 15 hours ago
Retail Store Designer
New York, NY
Contract
Hybrid
Mid Level
$33/hr - $36/hr
3+ years expAbacus Service Corporation is seeking a Contract Store Designer to support the delivery of retail store design packages across multiple brands. This role focuses on executing approved design concepts and producing documentation that supports permitting, procurement, and construction.
Health CareInformation Technology
Responsibilities
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
Review and interpret kick-off 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
Ensure all deliverables meet expectations for:
Accuracy (dimensioning, fixture tagging, consistency across sheets)
Completeness (no missing scopes or ambiguous information)
Timeliness (meeting established milestones and handoff dates)
Incorporate redlines, comments, and review feedback quickly and accurately
Support document updates through DD and construction phases as needed
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
Assist in preparing design decks, sample boards, and visuals for landlord, internal, or brand reviews when needed
Communicate clearly and professionally with cross-functional partners, escalating issues appropriately
Proactively identifying risks and communicating them to relevant parties
Executes approved concepts and standards; does not own or author brand standards
Supports delivery of projects on time, within defined scope, and with quality, under the direction of Design Leadership
Works within established tools, templates, CAD standards, and workflows
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field
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 such as InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
Solid understanding of retail construction practices and materials
Solid understanding of millwork, lighting, and basic MEP coordination
Solid understanding of ADA and building code fundamentals
Solid understanding of 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 working in a fast-paced production environment
Preferred
Proficiency in REVIT, 3D modelling, and visualization skills
Prior experience working within large, multi-brand retail rollouts
Familiarity with standardized CAD and REVIT libraries, block/object management, and drawing protocols
Interior Architecture: 1 year
Company
Abacus Service Corporation
Abacus Service Corporation is provides IT solutions for global health care businesses.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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Sam Akunuri
Founder and COO
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