Senior Store Designer

Senior Store Designer

We are currently hiring for a Senior Store Designer to join our Store Development team.

Why Oak?

OAK FORT is a fashion and lifestyle brand that provides attainable luxuries consisting of modern essentials in full collections of womenswear, menswear, accessories, jewelry, beauty, and homeware. We are a female-founded and led business that is brought together by a passionate group of people with a natural bond over an aesthetic vision that radiates throughout our collections. From our first studio that opened in 2010 in Vancouver, BC, we now have 40 locations across North America with a global e-commerce presence.

At the heart and core of it all, it's our people that matter most. We offer a work ethos that is driven by endless passion, intellectual curiosity, and perennial creativity. Here you get the opportunity to influence our global strategy and growth, while working alongside incredibly talented people.

Position Summary:

Our stores are the best representation of our brand and who we are; it is usually the first impression our customers will have of us. It is critical that our stores are built with a consistent vision but each retaining a unique character of its own.

The Store Development is responsible for all new and existing OAK FORT store design and construction projects. This includes all phases of the project from schematic design stages through to construction documents and project administration while honoring budget, schedule, and operational requirements.

The ideal candidate works well in a team environment, has an understanding of the OAK FORT brand aesthetics, and in addition to required skills, brings both energy and openness to learning and growing in our quickly expanding company.

What you’re responsible for:

The following sections are applicable to both new store developments and existing store improvements or renovations.

• Leads store design projects taking them from brief through to completion with Director of Store Development
• Create detailed CAD drawings necessary for communicating the design intent and/or construction
• Create 3D models and renderings of design concepts to communicate design intent to internal/external partners
• Prepare and coordinate drawing package in partnership with externals for landlord and building permit submissions following OAK FORT design guideline and the brand strategy
• Liaises with key project stakeholders at varying stages of projects working closely with internal departments including Visual Merchandising, Creatives, Retail Operations, Marketing, IT, Facilities and Logistics
• Review drawing sets for adherence to design standards and accuracy
• Support Construction Project Manager for contract administration, shop drawing reviews, etc.
• Assist with the on-going development of OAK FORT Store Design Standards
• Other duties as assigned

What we’re looking for:

• Degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field is required
• 8 years of design experience working on retail projects with a strong design portfolio
• Strong understanding of retail store design with the focus on a total and immersive customer experience
• Strong understanding of both US and Canadian commercial design standards/regulations
• Proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape and Adobe Programs
• Excellent time management skills to include prioritization and planning
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and problem solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel

Why you’ll love it here:

• An opportunity be a part of our growth journey
• Ability to expand your skills set and work on high impact projects
• Work amongst an exceptionally talented team
• Extremely generous Employee Discount
• Corporate bonus program
• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• 3 Weeks' vacation starting and Summer Fridays (1/2 days)
• Hybrid work model (schedules vary by team/function)
• Dog friendly office
• Company-wide socials events

Our Values:

• ABOVE BEYOND We strive for something greater than ourselves.
• SELF STARTER Entrepreneurship is the mindset that leads to endless curiosity and continuous improvement.
• UNIQUELY YOU We practice acceptance through open-mindedness and personal responsibility.
• CHANGE DRIVER We embrace change and never fear what’s next.
• PEOPLE POWERED At the core of our brand we are powered by each other.

Our Hiring Process:

We strive to provide an outstanding experience to every individual who shows interest in our organization. Our goal is to ensure that you receive clear communication, regular updates and have a dedicated recruiter to support your hiring journey with us. We believe that every candidate journey should be unique, and that honesty, integrity and transparency is carried throughout.

Once you’ve submitted your application, here is what you can expect:

• A response confirming that we have received your application.
• Your application will be reviewed by our recruitment team.
• We will respond to every application to ensure you know where you stand.
• Only candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted directly by a recruiter.
• Your first connection is a 30-minute phone interview with a recruiter.
• You can expect potentially two additional interviews with the hiring team.
• We will request references before moving to a final offer.

OAK FORT is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a respectful, diverse, and unique approach to hiring individuals in the communities in which we operate – allowing each person to be their authentic selves. Our hiring commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic.

Requests for accommodation due to any disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture team.