Design Manager, Greater China
Core
Own end-to-end execution of global retail design standards across the China market, translating brand vision into physical store openings while navigating local site, material, and regulatory challenges.
Role type
Senior Design Manager (Retail)
Builds
Global brand retail stores in Greater China
Domain
Retail / Architecture / Construction
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (specifically: physical retail stores)
Required skills
Retail store design, design team leadership, AutoCAD, Revit, Chinese building codes, fire safety regulations, municipal permitting, construction methodologies, material supply chains, cost structures, Mandarin, English
Preferred skills
Multinational retail brand experience, design-build contractor management, premium/lifestyle retail, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam
Technologies
AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam
Responsibilities
Develop test fit floor plans, facade designs, and signage concepts; lead and direct local GC design teams; review and approve local drawing sets; conduct site assessments and coordinate with landlords; manage external architects and design-build partners; negotiate design budgets and contracts; manage project schedules and milestones; conduct site inspections and resolve RFIs; ensure final built stores reflect global design intent.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership