At Reitmans (Canada) Limited (RCL), every moment of every day revolves around our customers and our love of fashion. We believe fashion empowers our customers to put their best foot forward when it matters the most. From the design table to the stores and our digital channels, we are always finding new ways to create memorable customer experiences, backed by a strong brand portfolio and powered by the most passionate people in the industry.
The Drafting Coordinator is responsible for creating full sets of plans (in AutoCAD) for new, renovated, or refreshed stores: obtaining and relaying base building information, layering on the store design concept as per the scope of work given for project and ensures critical information based on lease agreement is obtained and respected. Reporting to the Drafting Supervisor, liaises directly with landlords, tenant coordinators, and variety of external consultants as well as divisional visual and marketing teams.
Main responsibilities:
- Communicates with landlords to ensure all base building drawings, design criteria, and all other relative information needed is acquired to prepare a preliminary scope of work and outline drawing. Coordinate with the Landlord the rough-ins and electrical service locations;
- Validation of the location, square footage and Schedules of new store locations with Leasing;
- Responsible to prepare the Store Fixture (order) lists and do material take offs to prepare the vendor purchase orders;
- Coordinate fixture program with visual team, fill out marketing chart for marketing team and ensure hoarding dimensions are communicated as required.
- College Diploma in Interior Design, Architectural Technology, or related studies;
- 3-5 years’ experience in producing CAD technical construction drawings;
- Experience in a similar position in Retail Environment will be considered as a strong asset;
- Understanding of millwork and metal work, detailing and fabrication methods;
- Coordination experience with 3rd party consultants (landlords, engineers, cities and vendors);
- Proficient in AutoCad (latest version);
- Knowledge of Photoshop and some knowledge of a 3D software (an asset);
- Fully bilingual (French and English - written and spoken) to communicate with 3rd party (landlords, engineers, etc.) based outside Quebec.
Additional Information
What we offer (Why work with us):
- Hybrid work environment;
- A competitive benefits package (Full Time Employees Only);
- Paid Time Off ( Sick Time, Flex Days & Vacation (Full Time Employees Only);
- Additional benefits include annual bonus potential, opportunities for advancement and tuition reimbursement;
- 50% discount at all Reitmans (Canada) Limited brands (Penningtons, Reitmans & RW&CO.);
- Generous Employee Referral Policy.
If this inspires you…let’s talk. Send us your resume today!
By the way, did you know that Reitmans (Canada) Limited has several hundreds of stores all across Canada and three fashion apparel banners? Get ready to join the Canadian fashion retail icon, with a great success story where you can have a voice and make a real difference.
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Reitmans (Canada) Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. We recognize that our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees - their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for providing an accessible candidate experience.
We thank all applicants. Only selected candidates will be contacted.
