Interior Space Designer (Retail/Commercial focus)

Compensation Data

Company Overview

With $5 billion in revenue and 3,500+ employees in the U.S. and Mexico, TBC Corporation is a leader in the mobility industry and one of North America’s largest marketers of automotive replacement tires through wholesale and franchise operations. TBC serves wholesale customers in the United States, Canada and Mexico through TBC Brands, NTW, TBC International, and TBC de Mexico. Additionally, TBC responds to the needs of consumers in search of total car care at more than 465 franchised tire and automotive service centers under Big O Tires®. TBC is headquartered in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

TBC markets on a wholesale basis to regional tire chains and distributors serving independent tire dealers throughout the US, Canada, and Mexico. TBC has 20 proprietary brands of tires specializing in passenger, commercial, farm and specialty tires. In 2005, TBC Corp. was purchased by Sumitomo Corporation of America (SCOA). SCOA is the largest subsidiary of Sumitomo Corporation, one of Japan’s major integrated trading and investment business enterprises. In 2018 Michelin, the largest tire manufacturer in Europe, invested in the company which is now a 50:50, privately held joint venture between Sumitomo and Michelin.

Our values are the foundation of our work, how we interact with each other, and the strategies we employ to fulfill our purpose. These are the practices we use every day – in everything we do:

• Integrity - We act honestly because nothing is more important than our reputation.

• Teamwork - We are better together.
• People-Focused - We put people first – our Associates, customers, franchisees, and partners – and cultivate a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive culture, top to bottom, inside and out.
• Accountability - We own our actions and decisions; we do what we say we are going to do.
• Leave Everything Better - We innovate to improve everything we touch, and we take actions now to protect the future.

Description

The Architectural Designer is a creative and talented manager of processes and systems involved in the design of new and remodeled stores in Big O and its franchisees' network of real estate. This Manager is also an architectural drafter/designer that will work directly on a wide variety of design/drafting projects ranging from interior and exterior renderings, to floor plans and conceptual site planning. This position is the subject matter expert with regard to site development design, building placement, floor plan design, signage (both exterior and interior), as well as ensuring adherence to applicable brand standards. This position provides support and guidance to multiple internal Depts. and external vendors, suppliers and contractors involved in both franchise new store and remodel activity. This position is the direct liaison for store design support for new and existing franchisees interested in new store growth, relocations and remodels, and is responsible for managing the store design phase of projects to ensure adherence to projected timelines. The person in this position must be knowledgeable in the technical aspects of the practice of retail design and construction, adept at construction detailing, have some field experience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects in varying stages as part of a project team and also individually.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the processes and systems involved in the design of new and remodeled stores in Big O and its franchisees' network of real estate.
• Manage and lead the internal discussion with other team members (Construction and Real Estate), Internal Depts. (Franchise Development, Marketing, Operations) involved in franchise new store and remodel activity to identify design related challenges and secure resolution among the various stakeholders.
• Manage professional consultants, developers, contractors involved in the store design process and interface directly with government agencies to secure necessary permits and other approvals for construction projects.
• Serve as the primary contact for new and existing franchisees with respect to site and store design issues and partner with same and internal Depts. to resolve any issues.
• Draft and model using AutoCAD, Revit and Sketchup software and create interior and exterior design schematics and equipment layouts for Big O
• Create conceptual site plans to adapt prototypical designs to specific sites
• Due-diligence - Investigate existing conditions and read and comprehend as-built drawings, construction specifications, codes and regulations, and technical information to develop CAD drawings

Additional Job Responsibilities

• Work with the Senior Manager of Construction & Facilities to verify accuracy of construction documents submitted by outside consultants
• Work with the Senior Manager of Construction & Facilities and other Depts. for the continuous improvement of prototype updates.
• Identify and develop new, innovative tools and processes to make the store design function more efficient and impactful
• Other duties as assigned

Continued Responsibilities

Added Responsibilities

Qualifications

• Have the ability to work on several projects/items at different levels of completeness at any given time
• Ability to complete a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Ability to balance design, with operational needs and budget objectives resulting in exceptional store environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with other departments and outside business contacts
• Organizational skills; attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to changing business environments, solve problems and take advantage of opportunities to minimize project costs, maintain construction schedules and improve quality of completed facilities.
• Self-direct, plan, prioritize, organize, and accomplish the work. Use judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills to determine if the drawings will comply with the scope of work, regulations, and client expectations.
• Maintain technical knowledge with regard to computers, software and design techniques.
• Learn and adapt to new programs, and adjust to changes in product and client demands.
• AutoCAD / AutoCAD Architectural | 10 years’ experience preferred.
• SketchUp 5-7 years’ experience
• ShaderLight and/or other rendering software
• Technical expertise in Adobe Acrobat and Photoshop
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Autodesk Vehicle Tracking or Auto turn a plus, but not required
• Interior Design or Architectural Degree from a technical school or college
• Experience in a position producing Architectural drawings for commercial buildings and its interiors
• Bilingual language skills in Spanish / English are a plus

Benefits

• Market competitive compensation
• 401(k) and Roth with company match. Immediate 100% vesting
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision
• Company paid short term disability and employer subsidized long term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Discounted tire purchasing
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Generous paid vacation and paid time off
• Customizable voluntary benefits
• and More!!!

Mission Critical Competencies

TBC seeks team members who excel in demonstrating our critical competencies to drive organizational capability. In this spirit we view the following as mission critical for this role:

• Strategic Mindset: seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.
• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Cultivates Innovation: Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Develops Talent: Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals.
• Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Drives Engagement: Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Change Management: effective Sponsorship, Change Agent and influencing skills. Adaptive, agile, flexible, open minded. Proven ability to build cross-functional commitment, lead, simplify and scale complex dynamic organizations through transformational change.