Project Manager, Store Design and Construction

Project Manager, Store Design and Construction (Retail/Beauty)Duration: From May 1st until end of September 2026Scope: End-to-end management of retail projects across Design, Construction, and OperationsLocation: Williamsburg, New York (hybrid in office minimally 2 days/week - Tu/Wed required)Design ManagementObjective: Ensure all boutique design projects progress respecting opening timelines from brief to approval and filing"”aligned with brand DNA, compliance standards, and CAPEX budget.Key Responsibilities:Lead design workflow across openings, relocations, renovations, and pop-ups.Coordinate with VP, and brand designer to validate concepts balancing creativity, functionality, and cost.Coordinate architects, designers, to ensure timely plan development and readiness for filing.Manage design briefs, concepts, and review cycles (including samples boards management) in line with project timelines.Construction ManagementObjective: Ensure delivery of projects respecting timeline, within budget, and in full compliance,Key Responsibilities:Oversee construction lifecycle: budgeting, scheduling, procurement, execution, and closeout.Manage general contractors (GCs), millworkers, and vendors to ensure quality and cost efficiency.Review samples, coordinate validation and archive.Review shop drawings: make sure to integrate previous updates and archive final copyDrive value engineering (with GC and designer) and challenge pricing through benchmarking and alternative.Coordinate building permits and AOR in cooperation with designerEnsure compliance with DOB, EHS, ADA, and sustainability requirements in partnership with Designer and AOR.Track project progress, manage risks, and ensure timely resolution of issues.Oversee punch list completion and all post-opening documentation.Opening Operations & Cross-Functional ExecutionObjective: Ensure seamless coordination across all stakeholders to deliver projects on time, within budget.Key Responsibilities:Act as central point of coordination / communication across Real Estate, Finance, Legal, Lease Admin, Capex, POS, Store Ops, and field team, supported by VP.Track all project milestones, dependencies, and accountability via .Lead regular cross-functional meetings (project, budget, capex reviews and other opening schedule communications).Ensure operational readiness for all openings and transitions.Maintain clear, proactive communication on status, risks to the VPProvide guidance, solutions, and plan reviews in collaboration with the Maintenance team, as needed.Prior to the Executive Director's leave, present supported software alternatives to replace ; upon approval, independently lead the full transition, including setup, Store Operations team training, and development of training documentation.Financial & Administrative OversightObjective: Maintain strict financial discipline and timely project closeouts.Key Responsibilities:Track and manage CAPEX budgets across all projects.Oversee and coordinate PO approval, management, invoice tracking, and budget reconciliation.Submit Tenant Allowance requests and ensure proper documentation.Ensure all project financials are closed accurately and on time.Governance, Reporting & HandoverObjective: Ensure continuity, visibility, and smooth transition before and after the leave period.Key Responsibilities:Maintain clear documentation of all projects, decisions, and risks.Escalate critical issues proactively with recommended solutions.Prepare comprehensive handover notes for return transition.Up-to-date project trackers and documentation at all times.No loss of continuity across projects during the transition.Success ProfileStrong retail construction project management experience (design + construction exposure).Ability to operate and communicate efficiently across all departments.Financial acumen with CAPEX management experience.Highly organized, proactive, and solutions-oriented.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.Hands on person willing to get their hands dirty

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