Project Manager, Store Planning and Construction

Project Manager, Store PlanningRole OverviewThe Project Manager, Store Planning leads the end-to-end execution of retail experience programs. This role partners cross-functionally to deliver immersive, on-brand retail spaces"”ensuring projects are aligned with operational requirements, timeline, and budget from concept through store opening.This position sits at the intersection of real estate, architecture, construction, and operations"”owning coordination, driving accountability, and protecting brand standards across all phases of development.Key ResponsibilitiesEnd-to-End Program DeliveryLead the full lifecycle of retail experience initiatives from real estate selection through construction and store opening.Translate direction into clear project scopes, schedules, budgets, and technical documentation.Develop and manage detailed project timelines, ensuring milestones and phase gates are met.Consultant & Partner ManagementManage external architects, engineers, and other consultants.Establish clear design objectives, deliverables, and approval checkpoints across:Schematic DesignDesign DevelopmentConstruction DocumentationReview and approve drawings, specifications, and build packages to ensure readiness for construction.Execution & Site OversightServe as the central point of contact throughout project execution.Review weekly site progress updates and track critical path milestones.Resolve design and construction conflicts quickly and proactively.Conduct site visits to assess quality, mitigate risks, and prevent schedule or budget impacts.Protect creative intent through final installation and store opening.Stakeholder Communication & AlignmentPresent design intent packages and final design packages to senior stakeholders.Align priorities, sequencing, and resource planning across teams.Communicate risks, trade-offs, and mitigation strategies clearly and effectively.Qualifications5-8+ years of experience in retail design, store planning, architecture, or construction project management.Proven experience delivering retail environments from concept through build.Strong understanding of architectural drawing sets and construction documentation.Experience managing external architects, consultants, and contractors.Proficiency in AutoCAD (required).Ability to read and redline drawings with precision.Strong organizational and schedule management skills.Excellent cross-functional communication and presentation skills.Ability to balance creative excellence with operational and financial realities.Key CompetenciesStrategic thinker with strong executional disciplineDetail-oriented with high design sensitivityConfident presenter to senior stakeholdersProactive problem solverStrong sense of ownership and accountabilityAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, global retail environmentASG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientations, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws.You can send your resume to klavelle@. We're looking forward to meeting you.

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