Project Designer

Cushman & Wakefield•Saint Louis, MO

About The Position

The Project Designer supports the planning, design, and permitting of new retail locations, relocations, and remodel projects. The role reviews site surveys, landlord criteria, and existing-conditions documentation; develops and maintains design-intent plans; and coordinates construction-document production with architects and engineering consultants. The designer reviews construction documents for accuracy, compliance with client standards and project requirements, and applicable codes. The position manages permit submittals and tracks approvals through jurisdictional review, coordinating with internal teams, clients, landlords, vendors, architects, engineers, and permit expeditors to resolve design and permitting issues. The designer helps achieve project schedule milestones, maintains project documentation, and provides regular status updates on design and permitting activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Interior Design from a CIDA-accredited institution.
At least 1 year of relevant work experience.
Proficiency in REVIT.
Ability to understand and manage phasing, design options, and schedules.
Ability to read and review construction documents and provide technical sign-off or approval.
Understanding of technical design and construction aspects, including low voltage, construction materials, design concepts and budgets, constructability, electrical systems, and HVAC systems.
Understanding of building codes and ADA standards.
Knowledge of the five phases of an interior or architectural project.
Excellent internal and external customer service skills.
Effective interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Strong Microsoft Office skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask and manage several projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

NCIDQ certification.

Responsibilities

Review site surveys, landlord criteria, and existing-conditions documentation.
Develop and maintain design-intent plans for new stores, relocations, and remodel projects.
Coordinate with architects and engineering consultants on construction-document production.
Review construction documents for compliance with client standards, project requirements, and applicable codes.
Manage permit-submittal processes and track approvals through jurisdictional review.
Coordinate with internal teams, clients, landlords, and external vendors to resolve design and permitting issues.
Support project schedules by ensuring design and permitting milestones are achieved on time.
Maintain project documentation and provide regular status updates on design and permitting activities.