Lead, Retail Architecture

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Possess deep understanding of Scout’s core customer and the automotive retail experience which has been tailored for our audience. 
• Lead and assist in the documentation of retail brand standards such that Scout architecture can be rapidly scaled and deployed with consistent, high-quality executions. The prototypical design standards should encompass the following, at minimum: 
• Articulation of the core values of the brand and how they manifest in Scout retail design. 
• Narrative and data points to support the minimum design requirements of proposed retail sites. 
• General site design and user experience criteria, particularly items impacting the customer journey. 
• General interior and exterior building design, including massing, materiality, functionality, layout, and user experience criteria for both the consumer and the retailer. 
• FFE design and layout. 
• Exterior facades and signage. 
• Interior graphics, branding, and décor. 
• Coordinate design/construction requirements offered by critical internal Scout teams (IT, Security, Environmental Health, Retail Operations, AfterSales, etc).  Work with these teams to ensure their business needs are being met through each facility design and in the design prototype. 
• Manage execution/construction of the retail prototype and perform user testing at a test site, measure utilization and implement learnings as needed for prototype improvement. 
• Serve as Scout’s design architect, enforcing a consistent brand experience and profile across all touchpoints of the retail customer journey.  Deploy core elements of Scout’s brand ethos and product DNA into the design of the Scout retail experience from site to site. 
• Manage the RFP process for A/E firms as Scout launches into deployment of physical sites.  Lead partner selection and build a network of trusted and exceptional design professionals. 
• Work with construction/preconstruction team members to develop and manage design services budgets and preliminary construction budgets.  Compile the documents necessary for communicating project scope to facilitate internal funding approvals.  Create templates to communicate project summaries and project outlook. 
• Enforce the process for retail facilities design review and design compliance as retail facilities are added to the Scout network.   
• Enforce the process for maintaining design schedules and permitting schedules.  As part of the process, establish formal project-level milestones that verify work completion definitions and gates.  Attend jurisdictional preconstruction meetings as necessary to facilitate jurisdictional approvals (i.e. – rezoning, building permits, site plan approvals). 
• Manage multiple projects in multiple jurisdictions simultaneously with a variety of design teams (as many as are required to successfully achieve development targets). 
• Manage execution of design agreements with architects, engineers, and other design consultants necessary to complete design work. 
• As projects are ready to go into construction phase, facilitate smooth handover of construction documents and permits to construction management team.  Work with preconstruction and construction team members to finalize construction budgets for internal funding approvals and project execution. 
• At construction completion, collect cost and schedule data for analysis against original assumptions.  Utilize the data points for further design program refinement. 
• Support Scout team members by providing design input on other company projects as they arise. 

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role may be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC. 
• This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events. 
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: 

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture. 
• Licensed architect in good standing. 
• 12+ years of architecture and design experience.  Retail and/or automotive experience is likely to contribute to success in this role. 
• Project management / program management experience, and a passion for leading design consultants through project execution. 
• Ability to understand, communicate, and implement brand standards to facilitate a nation-wide rollout of physical retail sites. 
• Strong creative design and space-planning skills. 
• Experience with Revit, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and Microsoft Office. 
• Working knowledge of building codes, standards, zoning regulations and other jurisdictional regulatory requirements.  Understanding of permitting requirements and ability to develop preconstruction schedules. 
• General knowledge of MEP/Structural systems and associated constructability requirements. 
• Understanding of how buildings are constructed and able to create technical documents which succinctly describe the implementation of brand standards in a physical environment.  
• Understanding of AIA design agreements, and able to identify/avoid contractual risk. 
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and relationship-management skills. 
• Knowledge of sustainable design programs and certification experience (LEED or similar) is preferred.  

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $140,000.00 - $170,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC7