Store Designer

The Store Designer is responsible for the flow and look of retail stores. Under general supervision, review the information gathered from the landlord and/or the site survey, creating a store layout that optimizes the use of the space while meeting company design guidelines. Take as-builts, site surveys, and/or CAD files and create preliminary floor plans in accordance with company store design standards, ensuring that all governing building codes are met Present floor plans to internal store development team to ensure that all needs are met for Store Operations, Doctor Operations, Marketing, IT, and Merchandise Incorporate feedback into preliminary plans, ensuring that requests can be met while complying with governing construction codes Provide consultants with final floor plan design and confirm they have all necessary information to complete construction documents (CDs) Review CDs for design integrity, ensuring that all site-specific items are addressed Develop and produce a full set of architectural construction documents, ensuring that they meet all governing construction codes Coordinate design intent with SME Engineer for the development of their drawings Communicate with city officials and/or permit expeditors to answer comments during the plan review process Meet with buyer on a per-project basis to validate store purchasing needs Develop sub-lease and evacuation plans for each location in accordance with fire code and corporate specifications Manage each stage of a project, being aware of deadlines, project updates, and communicating changes to the cross-functional team Job Specifications Typically has the following skills or abilities: Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field or equivalent experience 2+ years work experience in chain retail store design and/or CAD design Ability to create, read, understand and interpret construction documents as well as architectural and engineering drawings Working knowledge of governing construction codes and accessibility design guidelines (ADA, ANSI, Title 24, etc.) Skilled in architectural design programs (Revit, AutoCAD, Sketchup, etc.) Proficient in Microsoft Office programs Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills Ability to think logically and problem solve Efficient time management skills to handle multiple projects at one time Ability to initiate immediate interaction, coordination, and collaboration with team members and business partners For roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFH)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFH), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment #LI-VISIONCARE Compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here . Salary Ranges: $58,656.00 - $92,328.00 VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status . We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Unincorporated LA County Residents: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws. Notice to Candidates: Fraud Alert - Fake Job Opportunity Solicitations Used to Collect Fees/Personal Information. We have been made aware that fake job opportunities are being offered by individuals posing as VSP Vision and affiliate recruiters. Click here to learn about our application process and what to watch for regarding false job opportunities. As a regular part of doing business, VSP Vision (“VSP”) collects many different types of personal information, including protected health information, about our audiences, including members, doctors, clients, brokers, business partners, and employees.  VSP Vision employees will have access to this sensitive personal information and are subject to follow Information Security and Privacy Policies.