Director, Space Planning

F. Schumacher & Co. is an innovative interior design company that is disrupting the $150 billion-dollar

global interior design industry. We are a technological leader on the design frontier, constantly

pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. With over 500+ employees and growing, we are

driven by a shared belief that design transforms life. We are dedicated to the mission of helping our

customers “celebrate the feeling of home”. Schumacher designs and produces some of the most

beautiful fabrics, wall coverings, trims, furniture, and accessories in the world. Our portfolio of products

is broad, but they are united by a passion for design, a thirst for what is next, an appreciation for

what’s come before, and a drive to make our products with enormous care and attention to detail.

Schumacher is a globally recognized company with a myriad of showrooms both domestically and

internationally.

Our competitive advantage in the industry is the people. We believe that our employees are our

most important assets.

F. Schumacher & Co. is deeply anchored in our company core values which

are as follows:

• Take Ownership & Accountability

Schumacher is seeking a dynamic Director of Space Planning + FF&E to lead the design,

construction, and execution of new showroom and office renovation projects across all regions.

Partnering closely with the New Locations/Real Estate and Visual Merchandising teams, this role

drives visual strategy, expansion planning, renovations, and cosmetic upgrades. The Director

oversees internal project managers as well as external partners, vendors, and contractors, ensuring

projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in alignment with brand standards. This role is

responsible for evaluating and improving processes to increase efficiencies and standards while

optimizing costs and preserving design and style intent.

• Lead space planning and design development for all new location and renovation projects.
• You will oversee design schemes and the FF&E team for all new location and renovation projects, manage FF&E selections, and coordinate with the FF&E Project Manager to ensure timely procurement and execution, making re-selections as needed to meet lead times and budget requirements.
• Partner with the New Locations team to identify design requirements and define market-specific strategies by physical location and room.
• Facilitate internal floor plan and design review meetings to secure final stakeholder approvals.
• Lead a team of Construction and FF&E Project Managers to deliver projects on time and within approved budgets.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with Visual Merchandising to ensure all special display requirements are met, including display types, product categories, brand moments, and
• Coordinate site surveys with Project Managers and the New Locations team to assess existing conditions, review MEP inspections, and ensure compliance with all codes and requirements.
• Review lease documents and provide guidance on tenant responsibilities, landlord work, and deliverables to ensure spaces are turned over in acceptable condition.
• Prepare detailed build estimates considering site-specific conditions and requirements to ensure alignment with budget and brand standards.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project cost summaries through completion to support investment analysis and future planning.
• Partner with the New Locations team to develop and execute site-specific signage and landscaping plans, coordinating with the Art Department, Project Managers, and local
• Review and comment on architectural and MEP drawings for permit submissions and bid coordination.
• Lead contractor selection by managing bid processes, reviewing comparisons, awarding general contractors,…