Pros
-First few months can feel exciting depending on which project you’re on (ex.international project - ceo may be more focused on that resulting in more focus on the project with many team members) -Pay is ok but could be better -There are some great individuals here if you do get to work with them or cross paths, connect with them if you can
Cons
- for how long you work, late night meetings until three am with the ceo. the salary doesn’t equate to the work load - “leadership” or the vps are everything but leaders. Great at gas lighting and exceptionally rude to support staff or leaders / others that are not in the vp title range. Unprofessional group. - limited room for growth since they over hire on directors/sr mang., good for a few years take what you can but you’ll be limited in no time - expect to just do what they say and stay in lines - decisions are not made efficiently or effectively resulting in severe delays, over budget and poor management from the vps/svp/ceo - no opportunities to be around great mentors or professional development/learning opportunities beyond project specific in the architecture or interior realm - Minimal holidays off since it’s still a retail company - expect minimum. - a lot of cooks in the kitchen (who do not know how to cook) - expect to stay late at least once a week if not more until three or even five a.m. - ceo meetings are required. Demanding work and not the place for you if you’re into a balanced life