AutoZone

Retailer and distributor of auto parts

Architectural Designer

Architectural DesignConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMemphis, TN, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

An associate degree or equivalent experience is required.
A minimum of 3–5 years of AutoCAD experience is required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Microsoft Project, is required.
The ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively is required.
The ability to think critically and make decisions is required.
A positive and effective team-oriented approach is required.

Responsibilities

Prepare site plans and coordinate with the Merchandising team on fixture layouts to ensure plans meet the intent of approved site or fixture plans before the Pre-Construction Review Meeting.
Assist the Pre-Construction Specialist in obtaining municipal and governing agency approvals and ensuring code compliance with required authorities.
Produce required architectural drawings and assist the Pre-Construction Specialist in managing structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, and other consulting engineers to maintain AutoZone standards before municipal submission.
Coordinate with dry utility companies to ensure electrical, telephone, and natural gas services reflect the utility companies’ design intent.
Complete Design Exchange bid packages and ensure engineered construction drawings and bid documents are accurate and provided to the Construction department.
Issue revised drawings to the Construction team when construction-related issues modify the drawings.
Archive the latest drawings and documents according to AutoZone standards after the store opens.
Assist the Regional Preconstruction Manager in managing and controlling the annual Pre-Construction budget throughout the fiscal year.
Provide specifications and documentation to the Support team for non-standard AFI items as required.

Desired Qualifications

Completion of a formal training program in Architectural Technology or Civil Engineering.

 Join Our Team as a Pre-Construction Project Manager! Take on a pivotal role in supporting Pre-Construction Specialists and Regional Pre-Construction Project Managers for prototype and remodel projects. Leverage your drafting and design expertise to ensure precision and alignment with project goals, contributing to innovative and impactful store development efforts. Your work will help shape AutoZone's success through exceptional design and collaboration! What We’re Looking For:

Associates degree or equivalent experience required 
Minimum of 3 – 5 years of AutoCAD experience 
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and MS Project 
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure with time management skills 
Able to think critically and make decisions while being a positive, effective team player
Must be a positive, effective team player

You’ll Go The Extra Mile If You Have:

Completion of formal training program in Architectural Technology or Civil Engineering

After Real Estate Site Approval:

Prepare Site Plans and coordinate with the Merchandising team on fixture layouts to ensure the plans meet the intent of the “approved” site or fixture plans prior to the Pre-Construction Review Meeting.  
Assist the Pre-Construction Specialist in working to obtain all municipal and governing agency approvals, ensuring code compliance with all required authorities.  
Produce all architectural required drawings, as well as assist the Pre-Construction Specialist with the management of the various consulting engineers (Structural, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.) to ensure AutoZone standards are maintained prior to submittal to the various municipal approving agencies.   
Coordinate with various dry utility companies to ensure our electrical, telephone and natural gas services reflect the utility companies design intent.   
Complete Design Exchange bid packages and ensure engineered construction drawings and bid documents are accurate and provided to the Construction department.

Primary Responsibilities after Construction Starts: 

Ensure any drawings which have been modified, as a result of issues encountered while under construction are issued to the Construction team as a Revision.  
Ensure all the latest drawings and documents are archived properly per AutoZone standards after the store opens.

Additional General Department Responsibilities: 

Assist Regional Preconstruction Manager in managing and controlling costs of the annual Pre-Construction budget throughout the fiscal year 
Provide proper specifications and documentation to the Support team for any non-standard AFI items as required.

About the Company

AutoZone

Retailer and distributor of auto parts

AutoZone is a large retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories for both DIY customers and professional service shops (DIFM). Its products include hard parts, maintenance items, and related accessories, sold through thousands of brick-and-mortar stores and online. The way it works is simple: AutoZone buys parts from manufacturers and distributors and then sells them to customers at a markup, offering knowledgeable staff and a wide selection to help people diagnose and fix vehicle issues. It differentiates itself through its extensive physical footprint, broad product catalog, and focus on convenient, helpful customer service for both individual car owners and commercial customers, making it easier to find parts in-store or online. AutoZone’s goal is to be the primary, dependable source for automotive replacements and maintenance needs, helping customers complete repairs efficiently by providing ready access to parts and expert guidance.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Memphis, TN
Founded: 1979

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