Job Description

The Associate Design Manager will be responsible for assisting the Design Managers with multiple new retail construction projects, relocations, pop-ups, and refreshes of existing stores. This role will help ensure that there is a seamless transition from initial test fits to store opening, supporting Design Managers on the design phase, project management and construction phase to meet Vuori’s quality standards and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist the Design managers in developing and tracking project milestones to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.
• Assist in the design development of projects from inception through completion, including but not limited to store layouts, storefront design and renders, finish selections and drawing set reviews.
• Manage projects such as pop ups, refresh or facility design initiatives.
• Create photoshop renderings and sketch up models to assist in the preparation of weekly design presentations.
• Track and ensure timely delivery of weekly reports by our consultants and outside Vendors.
• Create photoshop renderings and sketch up models to assist in the preparation of weekly design presentations.
• Organize and maintain project records, schedules and sample reviews.
• Represent Vuori to external partners and stakeholders, including architects, engineers, contractors, etc. on a variety of issues related to project design, development and delivery.
• Coordinate with outside vendors to ensure accuracy of FFE per established project schedules.
• Oversee and manage assigned projects from start to finish.
• Maintain and monitor a set of design standards and implementations in coordination with our consultants.
• Facilitate the timely completion of project proposals from external consultants and vendors, and provide the reviewed invoices to the Finance and Operations teams.
• Work closely with Visual Merchandising, Operations and Creative departments to ensure each project meets the Vuori brand standard.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Architecture, Interior Architecture or Interior Design.
• 4 -6 years of design and project management experience, ideally in hospitality or retail field.
• Proficient at AutoCAD or Revit, Adobe Photoshop and InDesign, Sketchup and Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work on multiple projects with tight and shifting timelines.
• Ability to read and prepare architectural drawings and details if required.
• Detail-oriented, organized and enjoys problem solving.
• Ability to manage shifting priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Enjoys working both independently and collaboratively as a team. Is self-motivated, intelligent and efficient.
• Has a passion for all things design related.
• Able to effectively communicate with all levels of staff, management and outside vendors.
• Ability to work with autonomy in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge of FFE schedules and design drawing set procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational and analytical skills to drive continual improvement.
• Must be able to work a remote or hybrid schedule with monthly in-office days when required.
• Creative problem solver able to quickly identify and resolve critical issues.
• Entrepreneurial minded, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of retail related ADA compliance, sustainability and LEED certification a plus.

Additional Information

Pay Range: $80,000 - $90,000

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discount
• 401(k)

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.