Design Associate - Corporate Workplace

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As a(n) [position title] within PNC's [name of division] organization, you will be based in [city/state location of position].

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As a Design Associate
- Corporate Workplace within PNC's Realty Services organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA;
Chicago, IL;
Dallas, TX; or Washington DC.

The Design Associate
- Corporate Workplace supports the planning, design, and delivery of workplace environments that are functional, brand‑aligned, and experience‑driven. This role partners with internal stakeholders and external design consultants to translate business needs into clear concepts, test fits, and design documentation‑while balancing scope, schedule, and budget.

Job responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Develop workplace planning and interior design solutions that advance project objectives (user experience, functionality, sustainability, and brand), while meeting budget and schedule requirements.
• Lead and coordinate pre‑design and design activities with external architects/designers, vendors, and internal project teams; align on scope, deliverables, and decision points.
• Partner with line‑of‑business leaders and senior stakeholders to gather requirements, present design options, and drive timely decisions through clear communication and stakeholder management.
• 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).
• Operate effectively in a dynamic, deadline‑driven environment with shifting priorities and multiple concurrent projects.
• Maintain a 40‑hour in‑office work week as the baseline; participate in in‑person collaboration, site visits, and stakeholder workshops as needed.
• Collaborate continuously with internal partners, consultants, and service providers (in person and virtually) to resolve issues and keep deliverables on track.
• Serve as an external‑facing representative‑supporting vendor coordination, design intent alignment, and professional communication with partners.
• Proficiency with design and documentation tools (e.g., AutoCAD/Autodesk products, Bluebeam) and 3D modeling/rendering workflows; able to produce clear plans, markups, and presentation‑quality visuals.
• Strong written and verbal communication; collaborative mindset; sound judgment and proactive problem‑solving; ability to facilitate alignment across diverse stakeholders.

PNC is an in‑office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

• Provides design oversight and management related to layout requirements, finishes and artwork.
• Maintains design standards on all corporate and retail construction projects throughout PNC. Develops, researches and implements new design and workplace products for use throughout PNC.
• Creates schematic designs in conjunction with line of business contacts.
• Provides continual updates of design guidelines, adapts current guidelines to new lines of…