Commercial Retail Store Designer

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for a Commercial Retail Store Designer to join our team in Philadelphia, PA! Our success is built around listening to our clients and collaborating with them to achieve an environment that fosters creativity, comfort, efficiency and flexibility. Our interior designers go beyond the observed finishes and furniture to create innovative solutions by reviewing every component within a building’s interior. Then, we execute a successful design by taking an objective look at your organization and observing how you work and function within that space.

Online shopping and rapidly shifting trends have changed the way consumers shop for goods and services. Our team of professionals possess a holistic understanding of the evolving retail landscape and the challenges that arise in competitive shopping spaces across the nation. From strategic program management to building assessment to aggressive store rollouts, we collaborate closely with our clients to deliver exceptional experiences that build brand loyalty and customer retention for a diverse range of communities.

At Colliers Engineering & Design, we’re committed to working with clients through each phase of development. By aligning your goals with our shared vision, we identify complex obstacles and create long-term, cost-effective solutions customized specifically to clients’ project goals and needs. We also develop a customized web-based document sharing system, or integrate with our clients’ systems to streamline program management. No matter the challenge, we remain steadfast in making consumer shopping experiences immersive, eco-friendly, and unique one brand at a time.

Responsibilities

• Work with Senior Interior Designer, Project Architect or above to develop design schematics and concepts.

• Maintain knowledge of public health and safety codes, including accessibility, environmental and sustainability guidelines.

• Create documents for construction drawing sets.

• Uses drawing and drafting techniques, as well as design and planning principles.

• Coordinate with in-house and/or outside consultants from other design disciplines.

• Select finishes, furniture, fixtures and equipment appropriate to project requirement.

• Create presentation materials such as finish concepts and renderings.

• Assist in site visits for field measurements, verification, and punch-lists.

• Maintain department library and samples.

• May attend client meetings, research and analyze the client’s goals and requirements, and develop a programming outline.

• Establish & maintain positive relationships with co-workers, support and build others on the team and across disciplines/offices.

• Be responsive to others and share information to improve efficiency and help others achieve goals; listen and engage in productive and critical debate.

• Suggest new ideas and processes; stay informed of developments in practice areas; view obstacles as opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture and 0-2+ years of professional commercial design experience.

• Functional knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Programs, and SketchUp.

• AutoCAD, Adobe Creative, and SketchUp experience is a plus.

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to effectively work well with all employees and managers.

• A willingness to learn.

• Strong technology skills.

• Able to work closely with others.

• Willing to Travel.

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

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!

Colliers Engineering & Design is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We are committed to ensuring that Inclusion & Belonging continues to be a strategic area of focus, not only as the right thing to do, but as one of the ways we will continue to lead our industry into the future. As part of this responsibility, we are on a progressive journey to foster an environment in which everyone at Colliers Engineering & Design feels respected and comfortable doing their best work while being their authentic selves regardless of background or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.