At AutoZone, we have put customers first since 1979, when our first store was opened in Forrest City, Arkansas. As the leading retailer and a leading distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories with stores in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Mexico and Brazil; AutoZone has been committed to providing the best parts, prices and customer service in the automotive aftermarket industry. We have a rich culture and history of going the Extra Mile for our customers and our community. At AutoZone you’re not just doing a job; you’re playing a crucial role in creating a better experience for our customers, while creating opportunities to DRIVE YOUR CAREER almost anywhere! We are looking for talented people who are customer focused, enjoy helping others and have the DRIVE to excel in a fast paced environment!
The Store Development Architect will foster, revise, maintain and manage all prototypical information utilized in the creation of Prototypical Store Development Documentation using both current and future technologies. This information will consist of drawings, specifications, training materials and other aids that may be required during the construction permitting process.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Director of Pre-Construction in the development of clear, concise methods for the implementation of all documentation.
- Creates both basic prototypical as well as enhanced documentation for all active store configurations.
- Works closely with outside consultants in the development of their information to insure compatibility with documents being created internally.
- Develops automated routines to assist the end users in selecting variations or options available for individual drawings.
- Works with the IT Group to create, revise, and manage the current AZ Build program used to create construction drawings.
- Manages the database of drawing files utilized in the production of both prototype building plans as well as remodel plans in network locations for use by others.
- Develops procedures for the utilization, importation and updating of electronic information from other departments within the Company.
- Develops automated routines to facilitate the insertion one time of information that needs to appear on multiple drawings.
- Assists staff in understanding all pertinent aspects of the programs utilized to run and produce the prototype documents.
- Reviews and keeps Director of Pre-Construction informed of changes or advancements in the technologies that may impact the way business is conducted.
- Prepares and distributes Design Alert memos and details as required.
- Supervises subordinates if and as staff is added.
- Maintains all old or replaced files and drawings in separate archive directories.
- Reviews all construction drawings prior to the bidding process to ensure the drawings reflect all requirements and are correctly documented.
- Provides technical interpretations of information to all members of the Store Development teams when required.
- Communicates with and provide technical assistance to the Fixture Set-up and Store Maintenance groups as required
Education and/or Experience
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7+ years’ work experience in ground-up store development, construction, or architectural related fields along with an understanding of the real estate development process and should reflect ever-increasing areas of knowledge and responsibility.
Applicant should have a working knowledge of AutoCAD.
United states architectural licensure
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Compensation package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Profit sharing
Experience level:
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Memphis, TN 38103: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Memphis, TN 38103