Senior Architecture Manager

Sheetz Store Design Program Leadership

Lead the Architectural team in the execution of the strategic direction of the Sheetz Store Design Program. Collaborates and co-leads with department senior management to build and support a high performing design and architectural studio that positions Sheetz for growth and excellence, creating exceptional customer experiences, maximizing sales opportunities, and ensuring the balance of function and aesthetics.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with key internal and external stakeholders to execute the strategic direction of the design of our retail stores, to include present and future store designs.
• Developing strong internal teams and a positive work environment by setting goals, developing organizational capability, and modeling collaborative work processes as a high performing team.
• Maximizing the development of direct reports through regular performance coaching, performance reviews and presenting development opportunities.
• Managing, monitoring, and adhering to annual budgets for assigned area of responsibility to maximize profitability.
• Utilizing expert level proficiency in construction drawings and administration through oversight in the production of construction documents for new stores and major renovations.
• Reviewing department produced drawings for completeness & strategic alignment.
• Developing design programs and scopes of work, in collaboration with senior leadership, for new store designs and major renovations based on input from internal departments.
• Evaluating building materials, finishes, etc. for cost, energy usage, availability, and code compliance. Recommending and specifying all design materials used in the new construction and renovation of facilities.
• Attending public meetings or meetings with jurisdictions to discuss special architectural requirements as necessary for business.
• Providing timely direction for the Architectural team reviewing comments from Plan Examiners, and supervision of all responses with Structural, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing consultants, revising drawings as needed and preparing revised documents necessary to obtain building permits and approvals.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture from a NAAB accredited program or a related design field required. Master of Architecture (M. Arch) preferred.
• Minimum 8 years diversified experience leading and building high performing design teams, preferably in retail required.
• Minimum 8 years work experience utilizing Revit, AutoCAD and Sketch Up required.
• Minimum 8 years' experience creating and maintaining accurate building plans & architectural drawings required.
• Minimum 8 years working experience in utilizing building codes, materials, and systems in commercial construction required.
• Minimum 7 years supervisory experience leading and building high performing teams required.
• A portfolio of successful projects, in restaurant and/or retail environments, that illustrate relevant experience and qualities required.
• Experience managing or involvement in a capital expansion program is preferred.
• Registered Architect with current license to practice architecture in a state where Sheetz has retail facilities and an up-to-date certificate from the National Counsel of Architectural Registration Boards.
• If not currently licensed, clearly demonstrate ability to obtain license in a State where Sheetz has a retail facility and obtain NCARB certification within one (1) calendar year of the date of hire.

Sheetz is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Sheetz is committed to considering all applicants regardless of disability who can perform all essential job duties with or without accommodations.