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About the Role

The Design Associate - Corporate Workplace supports the planning, design, and delivery of functional, brand-aligned, and experience-driven workplace environments. This role partners with internal stakeholders and external design consultants to translate business needs into clear concepts, test fits, and design documentation, while balancing scope, schedule, and budget.

Responsibilities

Develop workplace planning and interior design solutions that advance project objectives (user experience, functionality, sustainability, and brand), while meeting budget and schedule requirements.
Lead and coordinate pre-design and design activities with external architects/designers, vendors, and internal project teams; align on scope, deliverables, and decision points.
Partner with line-of-business leaders and senior stakeholders to gather requirements, present design options, and drive timely decisions through clear communication and stakeholder management.
Maintain strong knowledge of workplace strategy, space planning, and FF&E/finish trends; research and recommend solutions that improve consistency, performance, and cost effectiveness at scale.
Translate brand standards, design guidelines, and culture into cohesive design narratives and deliverables (e.g., test fits, finish palettes, furniture plans, and presentation materials).
Operate effectively in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment with shifting priorities and multiple concurrent projects.
Maintain a 40-hour in-office work week as the baseline; participate in in-person collaboration, site visits, and stakeholder workshops as needed.
Collaborate continuously with internal partners, consultants, and service providers (in person and virtually) to resolve issues and keep deliverables on track.
Serve as an external-facing representative—supporting vendor coordination, design intent alignment, and professional communication with partners.
Proficiency with design and documentation tools (e.g., AutoCAD/Autodesk products, Bluebeam) and 3D modeling/rendering workflows; able to produce clear plans, markups, and presentation-quality visuals.
Strong written and verbal communication; collaborative mindset; sound judgment and proactive problem-solving; ability to facilitate alignment across diverse stakeholders.
Provides design oversight and management related to layout requirements, finishes and artwork.
Maintains design standards on all corporate and retail construction projects throughout PNC.
Develops, researches and implements new design and workplace products for use throughout PNC.
Creates schematic designs in conjunction with line of business contacts.
Provides continual updates of design guidelines, adapts current guidelines to new lines of business and creates opportunities for bulk purchases or buying agreements on products used consistently throughout the PNC footprint.
Manages PNC's corporate art program, including the inventory, placement and purchase of all art throughout the company.

Requirements

University/college degree with 3+ years of relevant/direct industry experience.
Comparable combination of education, job-specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Skills

Budgeting
Building Design
Building Inspections
Equipment Inspection
Process Improvements
Project Planning
Project Schedule
Waterfall Model
Accuracy and Attention to Detail
Architectural Design
Construction Management
Construction Quality Assurance
Planning: Tactical
Planning: Strategic
Process Management
Project Management
Retail Store Design
Standard Operating Procedures
AutoCAD/Autodesk products
Bluebeam
3D modeling/rendering workflows

Location

Pittsburgh, PA
Chicago, IL
Downers Grove, IL
Dallas, TX
Minneapolis, MN
Washington DC

Work Type

In-office
Full-time

Experience Level

3+ years of relevant/direct industry experience

Education Level

Bachelors

Salary/Compensations

$75,000.00 – $150,000.00

Benefits

Medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature)
Dental and vision options
Employee and spouse/child life insurance
Short and long-term disability protection
401(k) with PNC match
Pension and stock purchase plans
Dependent care reimbursement account
Back-up child/elder care
Adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
Educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
Robust wellness program with financial incentives
Maternity and/or parental leave
Up to 11 paid holidays each year
9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law
Between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level and years of service

About the Company

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success.
PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance.
PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Equal Opportunity

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.
This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.
California Residents Refer to the California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice to gain understanding of how PNC may use or disclose your personal information in our hiring practices.