Design Associate – Corporate Workplace

PNC

Design Associate for PNC’s Realty Services developing functional, brand-aligned workplace environments. Collaborating with stakeholders and external consultants to translate design concepts.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timePittsburgh • District of Columbia, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop workplace planning and interior design solutions that advance project objectives (user experience, functionality, sustainability, and brand)
Lead and coordinate pre-design and design activities with external architects/designers, vendors, and internal project teams; align on scope, deliverables, and decision points
Maintain strong knowledge of workplace strategy, space planning, and FF&E/finish trends; research and recommend solutions that improve consistency, performance, and cost effectiveness at scale
Translate brand standards, design guidelines, and culture into cohesive design narratives and deliverables (e.g., test fits, finish palettes, furniture plans, and presentation materials)
Collaborate continuously with internal partners, consultants, and service providers (in person and virtually) to resolve issues and keep deliverables on track

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience
Proficiency with design and documentation tools (e.g., AutoCAD/Autodesk products, Bluebeam)
Strong written and verbal communication; collaborative mindset; sound judgment and proactive problem-solving
Bachelor's degree
No Required Certification(s)

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature)
dental and vision options
employee and spouse/child life insurance
short and long-term disability protection
401(k) with PNC match
pension and stock purchase plans
dependent care reimbursement account
back-up child/elder care
adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
a robust wellness program with financial incentives
maternity and/or parental leave
up to 11 paid holidays each year
9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law
between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service

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Hard Skills & Tools

Workplace PlanningInterior DesignDesign DocumentationFF&E TrendsCost Effectiveness Solutions

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationProactive Problem-SolvingSound Judgment