Senior Manager, Architecture

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

2d•$80,000 - $155,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Architect will report to the Director of Design Integrity and Continuity and be responsible for design or process integrity and consistency across one of the largest and most diverse built portfolios of Walmart U.S. Stores, Clubs, and Industrial facilities. The Senior Manager, Architecture leads Walmart U.S. efforts to establish clear standards, disciplined execution, and cohesive design solutions where alignment is applicable across multiple formats. Partnering closely with architecture, engineering, construction and business leaders, this role translates strategy into repeatable, enterprise first solutions delivering long term value. What you'll do... Collaborate closely with key stakeholders to support the development and execution of stores, clubs, and industrial program design, process and procurement where alignment and consistency preserve enterprise principles. Present value engineered design, process and procurement with strong recommendations grounded in precedent, data, standards, and risk assessment. Influence and collaborate with cross‑functional format experts to align on enterprise‑first solutions that reduce variation and unlock portfolio‑wide savings. Develop corrective action plans and improvement strategies as needed to ensure quality, and consistency across formats. Own and manage assigned specialty programs or processes, providing training and guidance to internal teams and cross‑functional stakeholders. Partner with internal and external stakeholders to deliver intelligent, scalable, and timely BIM solutions that support portfolio consistency and operational efficiency. Continuously identify and drive improvements using AI to internal systems, tools, and processes to reduce complexity, increase clarity, and enable cost savings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
8+ years of experience in architectural design, construction, and project management; retail and prototype experience strongly preferred.
3+ years of Building Information Modeling (BIM) experience with proficiency in Autodesk tools including ReCap, Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, ACC, and Tandem.
Strong knowledge of applicable building codes, regulations, and compliance requirements.
LEED accreditation (or equivalent sustainability credential).
Experience developing, governing, and scaling architectural standards, prototypes, and design playbooks at enterprise scale.
Demonstrated application of AI‑enabled and advanced digital tools to enhance architectural decision‑making, model quality, workflow efficiency, and risk reduction.
Proven experience leading and coordinating project teams of architects, engineers, and contractors.
Executive‑level communication skills, including the ability to present clear, data‑driven recommendations to senior leadership.
Bachelor’s degree in Technology, Architecture, or a related field and 3 years’ experience in retail store design, or a related area OR 5 years’ experience in retail store design, or a related area.

Nice To Haves

Project Management
Retail Industry
Supervising Associates
Architectural Services - CADD - Certification

Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with key stakeholders to support the development and execution of stores, clubs, and industrial program design, process and procurement where alignment and consistency preserve enterprise principles.
Present value engineered design, process and procurement with strong recommendations grounded in precedent, data, standards, and risk assessment.
Influence and collaborate with cross‑functional format experts to align on enterprise‑first solutions that reduce variation and unlock portfolio‑wide savings.
Develop corrective action plans and improvement strategies as needed to ensure quality, and consistency across formats.
Own and manage assigned specialty programs or processes, providing training and guidance to internal teams and cross‑functional stakeholders.
Partner with internal and external stakeholders to deliver intelligent, scalable, and timely BIM solutions that support portfolio consistency and operational efficiency.
Continuously identify and drive improvements using AI to internal systems, tools, and processes to reduce complexity, increase clarity, and enable cost savings.

Benefits

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet.
Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage.
Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance.
Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.
For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $155,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock