Director of Brand Environments

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with Creative Director/Founder, Design team, and the Brand Leadership team to ensure the realization of specific design concepts and developments for each FoundRae space (retail, wholesale, offices and updates to existing formats) including fixtures, millwork and finishes as well as other details.
• Lead and manage all projects including coordinating timelines, budgets and resources. Track progress, manage risk and ensure all projects are delivered on time and to the highest standards.
• Act as the internal point of contact with external partners (construction teams and general contractors, interior design firms and architecture firms) to review design development and construction drawings to ensure accuracy and that design intent are met.
• Review and approve construction detail shop drawings.
• Troubleshoot any issues to keep the project(s) on track.
• Partner with cross functional teams to ensure alignment on all projects including new store openings
• Manage and oversee the punch list to ensure all details and specifics have been executed to completion for space turnover.
• Ensure that all store designs maintain consistency with the brand aesthetics ensuring the balance of design intent and functionality.
• Create and maintain all retail format guidelines and standards.
• Research trends, competitors, and innovative materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture or related area
• Minimum 8 years previous experience working within luxury retail/fashion experience highly preferred either in house/ design firm
• Understanding of construction processes, including documentation, timelines, budgeting, and project management
• Able to read and interpret construction drawings, technical documentation
• interior / architectural design drawings,
• Strong sense of design principles and understanding of permanent physical space design through a brand lens
• Able to manage multiple projects in various phases, meeting budget and timeline expectations
• Strong project management skills, with previous experience in project management software
• Strong organizational and communication skills and solutions oriented
• Proficient in Autocad, Adobe Creative Suite, Project Management Tools and Microsoft Office

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package including: medical, short and long-term disability, various paid time off programs, employee discount/perks and retirement plan.