Area Project Manager

About the role

The Area Project Manager will lead store opening and renovation projects across the assigned region, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and effective coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and execute store opening and renovation timelines, targeting a 39‑day completion window.
• Prepare work schedules, conduct regular site visits, and maintain continuous communication with VM, Design, Landlord, Franchise, RBD, vendors, and Operations teams.
• Organise project steering meetings, produce project reports, and complete all required documentation (site visit reports, checklists, hand‑over documents).
• Invite, vet, and forward vendor estimates to the commercial team for purchase order creation.
• Develop new vendors as per forecasted needs, adding at least two vendors in the area.
• Ensure standardized quality of work across all stores.
• Oversee repair and maintenance activities to guarantee timely execution.
• Manage snag lists and resolve all issues within stipulated timelines.

Required profile

• Proven experience in managing retail store opening and renovation projects.
• Strong vendor development and management capabilities.
• Ability to maintain quality standards across multiple locations.
• Experience coordinating with diverse internal teams and external partners.
• Track record of meeting tight project timelines.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with leading lifestyle brands in a dynamic retail environment.
• Exposure to multi‑brand portfolio management and strategic vendor partnerships.