Retail Designer (Supermarkets) - Consultancy - 3 Month Contract

Responsibilities

• Responsible for initiating and developing design and construction document drawings through completion for assigned projects in conformance with the requirements, applicable codes, and design criteria established by the project’s discipline engineers.
• Under mínimal supervision, develops complex retail design drawings for supermarkets and hypermarkets
• Applies a solid level of understanding within a specific discipline.
• Exercises sound judgment in assessing problem situations or complex design issues and uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
• Full understanding of the design process.
• Fully understands the purpose and use of vendor documents, reviews them for accuracy and resolves discrepancies. Also reviews discipline supplier documents and other discipline’s supplier documents for accuracy.
• Fully understands the use of requisitions and the role of materials management and can review/advise on purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Understands and applies business development concepts and principles, financial terminology and measures, and provides support for proposals.
• Leads or assists with the development of manpower, man-hour, and labor costs requirements for design staff and monitors data to aid in evaluating the budget.
• Intermediate knowledge of cost estimating methods.
• Intermediate knowledge of discipline’s materials costs and cost analysis and forecasting methods.
• Intermediate knowledge of the project change control process, rationale and requirement, and identifies potential changes.
• Full understanding of the discipline’s equipment and material lists and instructs others in their use and requirements. Prepares designs and drawings using project specifications and discipline-associated written and verbal instructions in accordance with established design practices, standards, and procedures.
• Provides technical guidance and assistance to Designers and Technicians.
• Reviews completed work with design and drafting personnel responsible for its completion to ensure accuracy and compliance with codes and design data.
• Advises the Design Director/Leader about status of assignment(s) with respect to schedule, budgets, delays, and adverse problems.
• Understands and assists with the planning and scheduling of design tasks associated with assigned project.
• Assists in interpreting industry codes, permits, and standards, and ensures design and drawing compliance.
• Understands the role of each of the other disciplines.

Requirements

• Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field
• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in Retail and interior design.
• Proven experience in Retail design for supermarkets and hypermarkets
• Strong knowledge of international and local suppliers, materials, and finishes
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for stakeholder engagement and management
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, InDesign, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in international interior design consultancy
• Familiarity with UAE retail and supermarket projects

Benefits

• 3 Month Contract Position
• Opportunity to work on high-profile retail and supermarket projects
• Exposure to international design consultancy

About the Company

J10 Consulting is a leading international interior design consultancy that offers a range of services including retail design, interior design, and project management. The company has a strong presence in the UAE and has a reputation for delivering high-quality design solutions.