Junior Architect at URM Stores in Spokane, WA

Description

URM Stores, Inc. is in need of an experienced Junior Architect!  We’re seeking a talented design professional who can transform ideas into innovative, functional retail environments that elevate customer shopping experience.

In this role, you’ll partner closely with retail grocers and operations teams to develop impactful store concepts and detailed technical drawings for both new store construction and remodel projects of varying sizes and scopes. Reporting to the Director of Store Planning & Equipment, you’ll play a key role in shaping efficient, visually engaging grocery spaces from concept through execution.

Your work will directly support some of the our region’s most recognized grocery banners, including Rosauers Supermarkets, Yoke’s Fresh Markets, Super 1 Foods, Harvest Foods, and Town & Country Stores.

Essential Job Functions:

• Create innovative and detail-driven designs using AutoCAD and/or Revit to bring retail concepts to life.
• Collaborate directly with URM retail partners to develop fixture plans, site layouts, storefront elevations, and comprehensive construction support documents.
• Partner with architects and structural, electrical, and mechanical engineers to deliver complete, permit-ready construction plan sets.
• Interpret building codes, site requirements, and technical specifications to ensure accurate, compliant, and functional designs.
• Develop equipment lists and project budgets for both new store builds and remodel initiatives.
• Conduct precise field measurements, equipment inventories, and as-built plan development for existing facilities.
• Perform on-site inspections and technical evaluations to gather critical information needed for construction documentation.
• Serve as a key point of coordination between store owners and equipment vendors, ensuring smooth communication and project execution.

Minimum Position Qualifications/Education:

• 3+ years of experience creating retail site plans, fixture layouts, and equipment plans within a fast-paced retail environment.
• Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of retail store operations, fixtures, and equipment design principles.
• Known for exceptional integrity, reliability, and professionalism in every aspect of the job.
• Skilled at problem-solving, critical thinking, and making sound decisions in dynamic project environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and stakeholders.
• Valid driver’s license is required, with the ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• License preferred, not required.

A Legacy of Local Impact Since 1921

For over a century, URM Stores, Inc. has been the powerhouse behind independent grocers throughout the Inland Northwest. Our mission is simple: help local grocers thrive by handling everything from purchasing and warehousing to the timely delivery of top-quality merchandise.

What makes URM so unique? Our co-operative model means our Member-Owners aren’t just customers, they’re shareholders. We reinvest in their success by returning earnings to our Co-Op members as patronage dividends.

Today, URM employs more than 3,000 dedicated team members, including those at our subsidiaries Rosauers Supermarkets and Peirone Produce.

We work in a supportive team environment and in addition to our amazing culture, our employees enjoy many perks, and below are a few of the highlights of our complete compensation package:

• An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, the prevailing minimum wage for the location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs. Salary range $85,000 - $100,000 annually DOE, plus so much more!
• Insurance Benefits – So that our non-union employees have more to take home from their paycheck, URM pays 100% of the Medical/Dental/Vision/RX Insurance premiums for the employee and over 93% for the employee’s dependents!
• 401k Retirement Plan with an amazing Company match up to 9% of your annual salary!
• Subsidized Life Insurance for employees and great rates for the employee’s family.
• Company paid Long-Term Disability insurance.
• Company Vehicle.
• Short-Term Disability and Cancer Insurance available.
• Life Flight Insurance at Special Rate.
• Great vacation plan!
• Six Paid Holidays and four Paid Personal Holidays.
• Paid Sick Days.
• Paid Volunteer Service Day! Get paid to volunteer at your favorite non-profit!
• Experience enjoyable Company sponsored activities through events like URM March Madness Brackets, Family Hockey Night with the Chiefs, Holiday Mingle & Jingle with great raffle giveaways, Summer Evening Wine & Music Event, and Winter Break Movie Night, which are just a glimpse of the fun we have to offer for employees and their families!
• Plus, enjoy a variety of Corporate discounts, from gym memberships, cell phone plans, to computer discounts!
• We also offer an Amazing Employee Discount Program at our Company-owned Grocery Stores!!!!

URM Stores, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

We are dedicated to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, compensation, and workplace practices.

Please note: All selected candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening, as URM maintains a drug-free workplace.