Lead, Retail Architecture

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and trucks and will do so once again. But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work. The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements — an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range. At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion. Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!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 architectur