Project Designer

Cushman & Wakefield•St. Louis, MO

4d•$51,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The Project Designer supports the planning, design, and permitting of new retail locations and remodel projects. The role reviews site surveys and existing-conditions documentation, develops design-intent plans, coordinates construction-document production with external consultants, and checks documents for accuracy and compliance with client design standards, project requirements, and applicable codes. The Designer also manages permit coordination, including preparing submittal packages, tracking jurisdictional approvals, and working with architects, engineers, landlords, and permit expeditors to support on-time delivery. The role coordinates with internal teams, clients, landlords, and vendors to resolve design and permitting issues; tracks design and permitting milestones; maintains project documentation; and provides regular status updates. Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs that generally include health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work. Compensation for the position is $51,000–$60,000, with the offered amount dependent on factors including location and experience.

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, and electrical 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 skills and problem-solving ability.
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.