Ralph Lauren Retail-posted 9 months ago
$62,500 - $103,000/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
New York, NY
Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers

The Architecture and Design Manager will work directly with senior team members developing design and concepts to completion for freestanding customs and bespoke retail stores. The scope includes new buildouts, renovations and retrofits of existing stores, as well as fixtures and replated smaller component designs. The Manager will be working in small teams or focused singularly on projects, typically involved with one to three projects or design exercises at a time. A strong background in high-end retail or residential design is critical to this position. Responsible for design as well as project management; including design, construction components of millwork shop drawings and related coordination, budget and schedule understanding, and partnership with consultants outside of Ralph Lauren and internal partners and stakeholders.

  • Responsible for managing global retail design projects from design through completion.
  • Design shops that elevate the Ralph Lauren brands and the customer experience, that are in line with the creative vision for each brand.
  • Produce schematic design and design development drawing packages for factory outlet stores, including new stores and renovations.
  • Develop and manage budgets and schedules, coordinating all phases of a project with suppliers and partners.
  • Review and approve project-specific millwork shop drawings.
  • Work with Construction Managers to secure project approvals including design, schedule, budget, and coordinate implementation.
  • Create and issue bidding documents and purchase orders to suppliers.
  • Coordinate project requirements with internal partners, including Decorative, Merchandising, Construction, Planning and Store Operations.
  • Coordinate project scope and details with external partners, including millworkers, lighting vendors, consultants and accountants.
  • Adhere to established AutoCAD drafting, project management and directory standards.
  • Experience in Architecture or Interior Design.
  • Experience in high-end retail design, similar level hospitality projects, or high-end/custom residential in a project managers position.
  • High proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office (Excel), Microsoft Project and SketchUp.
  • Knowledge of millwork standards, details and construction.
  • Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Acrobat X Pro, BIM360 and Smartsheet.
  • Project Management experience, including budgets, schedules and cost analysis.
  • Strong analytical skills, highly organized and detail oriented.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Robust benefits package
  • Above-market time off
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Incentive compensation
  • Varied learning opportunities
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