Project Manager-Retail

If you have a passion for great design and are searching for a fun, collaborative environment with diverse resources, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Design & Brand Oversight: Translate brand prototypes and corporate identity into site-specific designs, including space planning and fixture integration.
• Project Lifecycle Management: Lead projects through all phases, from initial site survey and conceptual design to construction administration and closeout.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, landlords, consultants (MEP, structural), and general contractors.
• Technical Documentation: Oversee the production of high-quality construction documents, ensuring they meet building codes, ADA requirements, and local zoning laws.
• Budget & Schedule Control: Develop and monitor project work plans, budgets, and schedules, proactively identifying risks to prevent delays or cost overruns.
• Construction Administration: Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs (Requests for Information), and conduct on-site inspections to ensure design intent is maintained. 
• Quality Control: Systematic checking and reviewing of designs, documents, and construction to find and fix errors, ensuring the final building meets standards, specifications, and client needs, preventing costly rework and delays by catching issues early

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (or foreign equivalent) in Architecture, or related field (required)
• Master's Degree (or foreign equivalent) in Architecture, or related field (preferred)
• Professional architectural registration (AIA/NCARB) is preferred
• 5–10 years in architecture, with a strong focus on retail or commercial rollouts.
• Knowledge of building codes, zoning, jurisdictional processes, building materials, specifications, and construction techniques
• Experience in construction document preparation and field observation
• Expert level in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Proficient use of SketchUp and other 3D modeling software, and experience with Adobe Creative Suite
• Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
• Excellent written verbal communication and client relationship management skills

Why Moody Nolan?

Our culture
Moody Nolan is a diverse workplace, founded on the principles of equity and inclusion. We believe the best designs come from divergent perspectives working together toward a common goal. We pursue design excellence and use architecture as a catalyst to uplift and empower communities.

With 12 offices nationwide, we champion one another to achieve career aspirations while balancing the demands of life. We’re always looking for new talent to join us in creating the future of design.

What we do
We practice responsive architecture and responsible citizenship— designing solutions unique to our clients, community, and the environment. We listen intently and analyze creatively to design spaces that reflect the culture of our clients and the communities they serve. As responsible citizens, we design spaces that prioritize human health and protect the Earth’s ecosystems.

We believe in leading by example— it's why our firm is diverse by design. As the largest African American-owned firm, equity and inclusion shape our firm culture and guide our design decisions. We challenge the status quo to create equitable design solutions that address systemic racism and inspire positive social change.

What we offer
Our employee benefits support you for the long term—from continuing education to retirement planning—we’re here to help you succeed.

We offer:
Paid Vacation and Wellness Time
9 paid Holidays
Parental & Related Leaves of Absence
Medical, Dental, and Vision
401K Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Accident and Critical Illness Programs
Section 125 Premium Program
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
Certification and Licensure Credit
Career Mentoring and Advancement
Transit and Parking Allowance

Sound like a good fit? We’d love to meet you.