Store Designer - PetSmart

Our Real Estate team takes on the task of finding and managing over 1,600 stores, DCs, and offices. Their scope is pretty big, as we are a multi-national retailer with over 1,600 leased stores, offices, and distribution centers in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Hong Kong.  The team also supports new store growth through market analysis and research with the industry’s best data resources and analytical tools.  In addition to supporting the stores, we work directly with the Real Estate Legal, Facilities, New Store Construction, and Finance teams.

Hybrid Position:

This position may be considered Hybrid based on PetSmart’s FlexSmart policy and business needs. A Hybrid work arrangement is considered to be a blend of onsite and remote work activity. Associates with a Hybrid work arrangement have a work space at Phoenix Home Office and can be required to come onsite between 1-5 days a week as determined by leadership and based on business needs.

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for all design aspects of PetSmart new store, remodel and refresh projects by managing and coordinating designs with cross functional teams. This position requires a strong leader with exceptional design and multi-tasking skills and is an essential part of PetSmart as the fixture floor plans are the foundation for the layouts of our retail stores.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design individual project fixture plans or drawing sets for new store, remodel and refresh projects by executing design solutions that require a detailed understanding of specific site and building requirements, PetSmart’s interior layout, Merchandising requirements and shell and tenant improvement building specifications.
• Consult with Cross Functional teams to ensure alignment of preliminary project fixture plans or design drawings by coordinating internal reviews with development, construction, F&E, merchandising, store design and operations teams prior to final approval.  
• Read and interpret construction documents (Architectural, civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural)

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or interior design or equivalent experience
• 3+ years as a retail/ Grocery Store Designer
• Management and Coordination of Fixture Floor Plans and construction documents with internal cross functional teams as well as external architectural, engineering and construction consultants

TECHNICAL SKILLS 

• 3+ years AutoCAD experience
• General knowledge of construction means and methods. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• NCIDQ preferred, but not required.
• AIT (Architect in Training) preferred, but not required.
• AIA preferred, but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment are characteristic of those found in a typical office environment.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable those with disabilities to perform essential functions.

At PetSmart, we work hard to create a culture where every associate feels like they truly belong and we celebrate the unique stories, backgrounds, and experiences our associates share.  These experiences not only bring new perspectives in shaping our Belonging culture but they’re core to PetSmart’s success.

Not sure if you meet 100% of the position requirements and whether you should apply? We’d still like to hear from you and encourage you to apply with us! You just may be the ideal candidate for this role, and if not this one, perhaps another position.

Our home office offers outstanding amenities in a fun and rewarding workplace including:

• Pet friendly environment, bring your pets to work!
• On-site Dog Park
• “Top Dog” gym with equipment, fitness classes, massage therapists and personal trainers
• “Sit & Stay” Café serving fresh breakfast and lunch options
• On-site coffee bar
• “Lil’ Paws” learning center and onsite daycare facility (associate paid)
• Volunteer events with PetSmart Charities
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PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.