Location: Fort Wayne, IN
Level: Salaried
Division / Department: Marketing & Ecommerce / Store Design
Reports to: Regional Store Design Supervisor
Travel: Occasional dealer store visits and to Do it Best Group Markets
About the Role:
This position develops complete and detailed design drawings of retail stores utilizing AutoCAD Architecture, including Floor Plans, Elevation Plans, Key Plans, Site Plans, and SketchUp Renderings. Additionally, this position will create as-built drawings of floor plans and elevation plans using Matterport for store design projects. Traveling includes occasional dealer store visits and to Do it Best Corp. Markets.
Responsibilities include:
- Create detailed floor plans, key plans, elevation plans, and site plans with precision
- Create renderings and 3D models of stores
- Generate as-built floor and elevation drawings using Matterport technology
- Interpret and execute redlines, ensuring plan accuracy and consistency
- Develop sign proofs based on provided specifications and branding guidelines
- Partner with Regional Store Designers and Design Coordinator to drive project implementation and execution
- Ensure all drawings meet deadlines, specifications, and approval standards
- Maintain project documentation and workflow accuracy on Monday.com
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, standards, and design quality
Education and Experience:
Minimum
- Bachelor's degree in interior design or related field, OR associate's degree in architectural drafting with 2-5 years’ work experience
- Comprehensive command of AutoCAD Architecture required
- Trimble SketchUp
- Adobe Software: Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat
- Microsoft Office: Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Desired
- Related job experience in architectural drafting and Store Design
- A strong knowledge in basic construction details
Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage with team members and dealer partners
- Proven ability to identify issues and implement solutions with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Willingness and ability to learn and expand skills in 3D drafting and rendering technologies
Benefits available to you:
- Full insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision
- Paid time off to foster work/life balance
- Profit sharing
- Bonus Pay opportunities
- Retirement funding opportunities
- Education reimbursement
- Health club reimbursement
- Career advancement opportunities
About Do It Best Group
Headquartered in Fort Wayne, IN, the Do it Best Group is the world's largest hardware, lumber, and building materials buying cooperative in the home improvement industry. With nearly $6 billion in annual sales, we support thousands of independently owned locations across the United States and in more than 60 countries worldwide. Partners in the company have the flexibility to operate under the Do it Best, True Value, or their own local store identities, offering a diverse range of branding options to best serve their communities.
Culture:
Each team member is valued as an individual - with their intrinsic value at the forefront. We prioritize your career growth through one-on-one training, conferences, tuition assistance, mentoring, and more. We encourage authentic relationships by hosting social events and fostering a culture where lasting friendships are made. In fact, the three most valued aspects of being a part of the Do it Best team are the culture, the compensation, and the level of fulfillment that each team member experiences from their role.
Our Philosophy: Serving others as we would like to be served
Our Mission: Making the best even better
Our Goal: Helping members grow and achieve their dreams
Please note that for this role, relocation assistance is not available. Candidates should be willing and able to work in Fort Wayne, IN without the need for relocation support. We encourage local candidates or those already planning to move to the area to apply.
