Architectural Designer – Retail Store Planning

Ontrac Solutions

Architectural Designer supporting large-scale retail store planning and design initiatives for Ontrac Solutions. Collaborating across design, planning, and construction teams to deliver accurate retail environments.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architectural design and store planning, with strong proficiency in AutoCAD and experience in managing construction documents and layout plans. Capable of collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams while maintaining attention to detail and adherence to deadlines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Architectural Design ExperienceProficiency in AutoCADExperience with Bluebeam RevuStore PlanningRevit Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Architectural Drawing PackagesStore LayoutsConstruction DocumentsFixture PlansLayout DocumentationMarkups and RevisionsCode ComplianceQuality ReviewDetail OrientationProject Management

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsProfessional CommunicationCollaborative TeamworkAbility to Manage Priorities

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADRevitBluebeam RevuCollaboration Tools

Industry Keywords

Retail PlanningDesign StandardsExecution VelocityCross-Functional TeamsVideo Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare, revise, and maintain architectural drawing packages and store layouts
Support high-volume retail planning initiatives across multiple concurrent projects
Update test fits, fixture plans, and layout documentation based on evolving business requirements
Review consultant drawing sets for quality, completeness, and alignment with established standards
Execute markups and revisions using Bluebeam Revu and related collaboration tools
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external consultants to resolve design and documentation issues
Incorporate redlines, comments, and revisions efficiently within aggressive delivery timelines
Ensure drawing packages remain accurate, organized, and code compliant
Support internal store planning and architectural leadership teams in maintaining execution velocity

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of relevant architectural design or store planning experience
Strong proficiency in AutoCAD
Working knowledge of Revit
Experience with Bluebeam Revu or similar markup/review platforms
Experience supporting construction documents, layout plans, and fixture plans
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in deadline-driven environments
Comfortable working collaboratively in highly cross-functional teams
Professional communication skills and willingness to participate actively in video meetings.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexibles Monday–Friday schedule aligned with team operations
Remote opportunity