Design Associate

PNC • Pittsburgh, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Design Associate within PNC's Realty Services organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA. PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals. PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position. Provides design oversight and management related to layout requirements, finishes and artwork. Maintains design standards on all corporate and retail construction projects throughout PNC. Develops, researches and implements new design and workplace products for use throughout PNC. Creates schematic designs in conjunction with line of business contacts. Provides continual updates of design guidelines, adapts current guidelines to new lines of business and creates opportunities for bulk purchases or buying agreements on products used consistently throughout the PNC footprint. Manages PNC's corporate art program, including the inventory, placement and purchase of all art throughout the company. PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be: Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Requirements

• Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role.
• Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience.
• Certifications are often desired.
• In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or Bluebeam is preferred.
• Budgeting
• Building Design
• Building Inspections
• Equipment Inspection
• Process Improvements
• Project Planning
• Project Schedule
• Waterfall Model
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail
• Architectural Design
• Construction Management
• Construction Quality Assurance
• Planning: Tactical
• Strategic
• Process Management
• Project Management
• Retail Store Design
• Standard Operating Procedures

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and Updating Finishes/Furniture Library
• Test Fit Development for Branch Renovations/New Builds
• Rendering various design options for presentations
• Furniture evaluation/implementation for branches (design and cost)
• Update and maintain design guidelines website
• Developing Design Guideline documents for Project Managers to implement in the field
• Provides design oversight and management related to layout requirements, finishes and artwork.
• Maintains design standards on all corporate and retail construction projects throughout PNC.
• Develops, researches and implements new design and workplace products for use throughout PNC.
• Creates schematic designs in conjunction with line of business contacts.
• Provides continual updates of design guidelines, adapts current guidelines to new lines of business and creates opportunities for bulk purchases or buying agreements on products used consistently throughout the PNC footprint.
• Manages PNC's corporate art program, including the inventory, placement and purchase of all art throughout the company.

Benefits

• PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future.
• Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.
• In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.
• To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level