Designer, CAD (Seasonal/Summer Opportunity)

At Shoppers Drug Mart, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day.
With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work. We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.

Why this role is important?

Overview

Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Store Concepts, the incumbent utilizes AutoCAD, Adobe Acrobat, Revit and other computer resources to create, develop and prepare floor plans, fixture layouts and support merchandising aspects for new, existing and expanding retail stores.


Primary Responsibilities

Transcribes store layout information to create Shoppers Drug Mart (SDM) store layouts and interior floor plans that adhere to established standards.
Reviews design requirements, offers recommendations and provides layout designs to support special projects.
Liaises and coordinates with design and construction and other relevant departments, as required, to manage projects, make alterations as necessary and achieve timelines as established in the Capital Plan.
Creates and maintains “As-Builts” for capital plan projects as well as existing stores.
Skills, Experience Education

Skills

This position requires a demonstrated level of initiative and judgment in order to organize and prioritize tasks, workload and projects. Courtesy, tact and diplomacy are required in dealing with colleagues in every day working relationships.

Requires an understanding of inter-related work processes to be able to adapt to differing assignments.
Provides routine information to coordinate the assignments and work procedures of others.
Professional manner, tact, diplomacy and discretion in dealing with clients and associates including senior management.
Ability to pay close attention to details. Makes sure work is done correctly and thoroughly - keeps accurate records.
Adaptable to set and prioritize work with varying exceptions. Able to work with diverse personalities and styles.
Communicates with clarity, verbally and in one on one or group situations, or over the telephone.
Communicates well in writing by composing clear documents; facility with editing and/or proof-reading is required.
Computer skills to produce effective drawings, develop conceptual store layouts and prepare reports and presentations. Solid working knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, knowledge of Revit, and other relevant office software.
Knowledge of architectural design principles and procedures.
Education

Post secondary education equivalent to a college diploma in Design or equivalent with additional courses in AutoCAD.

Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?
Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate-Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand. Benefit from a competitive pay program and online learning through Academy.
Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.

How You’ll Succeed:

At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc., we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections.

If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today.

Employment Type:

Full time
Type of Role:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

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