Facility Designer Jobs

H-E-B is one of the largest, independently owned food retailers in the nation operating over 420+ stores throughout Texas and Mexico, with annual sales generating over $34 billion. Described by industry experts as a daring innovator and smart competitor, H-E-B has led the way with creative new concepts, outstanding service and a commitment to diversity in our workforce, workplace and marketplace. H-E-B offers a wealth of career opportunities to our 145,000+ Partners (employees), competitive compensation and benefits program and comprehensive training that lead to successful careers.

H-E-B Design Partners are leading-edge innovators in retail and industrial facility design, construction, and maintenance. They work hard to make sure facilities and equipment are designed, procured, maintained, and improved to maximize resources and create tailored experiences, in Stores and our Manufacturing & Warehousing facilities. Design Partners on our Facility Alliance and Industrial Properties teams are dedicated to designing and delivering integrated, highly creative, and innovative environments crafted to maximize H-E-B's brand commitment.

As a Facility Designer, you'll design solutions that are creative, impactful, and influence the character of the H-E-B Band and our retail / industrial environments. You'll collaborate with internal and external design teams to ensure they are delivering on-time, quality documents that meet H-E-B design criteria and budget.

Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources-People-drive the innovation, growth, and success that makes H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company.

Do you have a:
HEART FOR PEOPLE... skills to collaborate to produce designs that exceed expectations?
HEAD FOR BUSINESS... subject matter expertise in architectural design and compliance requirements?
PASSION FOR RESULTS... a desire to actively participate in projects and the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders?

We are looking for:

• A bachelor's degree in architecture or equivalent
• 4+ years of experience

What is the work?
Design & Development:

• Develops complex schematic fixture plan designs and layouts for design development, either manual or computer-generated; produces manual and electronic presentation drawings
• Develops full plans, including building positioning, parking, and general site development
• Manages a defined information program to create design solutions
• Calculates / prepares square footage calculation and analysis of Store plans
• Creates highly detailed, complete, and accurate two-dimensional plans
• Applies branded concepts to create designed environments, including exhibiting proper use of graphics, color, form, scale, and texture that enhance the experience in our Stores and facilities

Project Management:

• Applies understanding of project schedules and work processes; manages to a schedule / deadline
• Manages projects from conception through completion, while effectively communicating with consultants; manages overall timelines and milestones for multiple projects; processes change requests
• Proactively pursues cost savings
• Applies understanding of codes; performs code research and assessment, including ADA, sanitation and building codes, and environmental regulations
• Makes project site visits; recognizes, documents, and resolves design issues for compliance with design intent and construction documents
• Researches / provides assessment of building materials applications
• Prepares / manages documentation for hand off to consultants, including equipment specifications, floor plans, building detail, site, and exterior elevations

What is your background?

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or equivalent from an accredited university
• 4+ years of design experience in the built industry

Do you have what it takes to be a fit as an H-E-B Facility Designer?

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift focus between projects
• Strong knowledge of building systems and their coordination / integration (structural, architectural, MEPR), building codes, environmental regulations, handicap accessibility codes, sanitation concerns / regulations, and direct application of such
• Strong knowledge of the dynamics / application of site and landscape design, appropriate materials use and methods of construction, and specifications and criteria development
• Computer application / software skills, including MS Office, AutoCAD, Revit
• Ability to use 2D and 3D presentation graphics
• Project management skills
• Proficiency in graphic design and the use of color, form, scale, and texture

Can you...

• Work extended hours
• Function in a fast-paced, retail / industrial, office environment
• Travel by car or plane with overnight stays

12-2020