Intermediate Store Design

Primary Job Functions • Create intricate 2D and 3D architectural construction plans and design documents for both interior and exterior retail projects. • Understand and apply comprehensive knowledge of the furniture retail industry as well as Ashley’s products, operations, and manufacturing to reinforce business strategies. • Adapt Ashley’s brand objectives into complex, unique and varied retail projects. • Manage and execute for schematic design, design development, and completion of detailed construction documents for multiple projects concurrently with an average project budget of $20M annually. • Independently manage multiple projects at different stages of completion and varying complexity to ensure that deadlines are met. Record and communicate project status to necessary parties. • Provide guidance to other team members regarding the development, implementation, training, and maintenance of store design processes and procedures. • Travel to global retail locations and showrooms to lead onsite field verification and documentation to evaluate store condition, renewal state and conduct brand education. • Travel to global retail locations and showrooms to lead onsite visual merchandising and store set up. • Travel to Enterprise retail locations, inspect construction quality and execution. Create and complete contractor punch lists. • Cross-train and complete new and varied project types and become a subject matter expert for the company and clientele. • Prepare and professionally conduct meetings and presentations with internal teams and/or external clients. • Responsible for reviewing and redlining self-created construction documents to ensure accuracy and quality standards. Responsible for reviewing and redlining peer-created construction documents and managing intern projects, trainings and workloads. • Select and specify materials, finishes, fixtures, and signage. Establish relationships with vendors and create and distribute purchase orders. Coordinate product logistics as needed. • Create and adhere to budget estimates and identify opportunities for cost savings. • Determine project schedules and manage project completion. • Lead teams on the development and execution of new retail concepts based on business strategies. • Lead in the development, documentation, and maintenance of department tools. • Train and develop new team members. • Maintain working relationships with internal cross-functional teams and external clients to promote and ensure brand alignment and execution. • Continuous quality and process improvement ideation to progress personal and department efficiencies and deliverables as applicable. • Demonstrate the Company’s Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions. Secondary Job Functions • Maintain reliable attendance. • Actively participate in departmental meetings, training and education. Assist with training other employees and providing backup. • Complete other assignments and special projects as requested. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities • Strong knowledge of 3D visualization ability and advanced knowledge of the elements and principles of design • Advanced knowledge in AutoCAD and Revit • Advanced experience in Photoshop, Sketch-up, and Enscape • Advanced experience in lighting design • Proven ability to create 2D and 3D design drawings and renderings • Advanced understanding of architectural details and specifications as used in construction documents • Proficient understanding of building and health codes and compliance issues • Understanding of design and construction costs • Experience with and strong knowledge of retail operations • Excellent visual merchandising skills • Exhibit leadership skills • Strong attention to detail • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Excellent interpersonal skills • Proven time management and organizational skills • Work independently as well as in a team environment • Complex analytical and problem-solving skills • Maintain confidentiality • Proficient computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite, internet • Handle multiple projects simultaneously within established time constraints • Strong skills in adaptability, along with the ability to pivot easily when directions and priorities change on short notice • Perform under strong demands in a fast-paced environment • Work professionally with customers and co-workers to efficiently serve our customers, treating both with enthusiasm and respect • Display empathy, understanding and patience with employees and external customers • Respond professionally in situations with difficult employee/vendor/customer issues or inquiries