Store Design Architectural Standards Manager

At DICK'S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world's greatest sports team, apply to join our team today

OVERVIEW:

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Design Innovation and Leadership

• Establish and evolve design standards, guidelines, and best practices that ensure consistency and excellence across all of our stores.

• Oversee the prototype design process, ensuring prototype process deliverables are met and to the highest quality standards.

• Stay at the forefront of retail design trends, materials, and technologies continuously seeking ways to innovate and improve design efficiency and documentation of our stores.  

• Ideate creative concepts, illustrate ideas, and be a leader who delivers impactful/scalable design solutions

• Utilizing 3D models and 2D drawings, present compelling design concepts and prototypes to senior leadership, articulating the vision and rationale behind each creative decision.

Strategic Planning and Execution

• Manages the process with internal and external partners to ensure prototype documents are accurate per company standards biannually.

• Leads the execution of the House of Sport Prototype in Revit and partners with internal BIM Manager on all development for distribution to partners.

• Partners with Architectural Design Team to ensure code compliance and the Prototype Managing Architect (PMA) adheres to brand standards.

• Creates, maintains architectural design standards, guidelines and specifications.

• Leads partnerships with Purchasing, vendor partners and vendor shop initiatives; Manages shop drawing library.

• Develops and manages a library of interior details and prototypical color and material finish boards

• Manages and tracks the value engineering process to develop and facilitate prototypical specific cost working with internal and external partners.

• Partners with Construction and Procurement on Prototype cost exercises as well as areas for cost savings. Continually finds and presents cost savings ideas as to not negatively impact the environment and the customer experience.

• Identify and resolve design challenges proactively, leveraging creative problem-solving skills to overcome constraints.

Team Leadership and Development

• Partners with internal stakeholders (ie. Construction, Operations) to ensure that brand standards meet functional and operational needs.

• Provide clear design guidance and mentorship to design teams on proper implementation of design standards.

• Promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages diverse perspectives and innovative thinking.

• Inspire and mentor a team of Store Designers, fostering a culture of creativity, innovation, and design excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) in Architecture, Interior Design or Space Planning

• 5-7 years experience in Architecture, Interior Design, Retail design industry/environments experience preferred

• Architect or Interior Design License preferred but not required

• Advanced User in Revit BIM software

• Adobe Creative Suite

• Advanced User in AutoCad

• Experience in V-Ray and Enscape is a plus

• Proficient in Sketchup

• Proven ability to manage multiple and competing work priorities, demands and changes

• At the project level, drive a clear vision and lead others in the development of concurrent projects

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to present new concepts and designs to small and large groups, including presenting to executive leaders and external partners.

• Strong attention to detail

• Expert in applying design skills including concepting, ideation, spacial design in scale, and space planning layouts

• Strong knowledge of production design, fabrication, materiality, and emerging trends.   

• Highly collaborative with ability to work within a team and independently

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VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS:

At DICK'S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.

To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:

• Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.

• AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.

• Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.

If you have any questions or need accommodations, we're here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone

Targeted Pay Range: $83, $138, This is part of a competitive total rewards package that could include other components such as: incentive, equity and benefits. Individual pay is determined by a number of factors including experience, location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. We review all teammate pay regularly to ensure competitive and equitable pay.DICK'S Sporting Goods complies with all state paid leave requirements. We also offer a generous suite of benefits. To learn more, visit

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