Store Design & Planning Manager

Van Cleef & Arpels; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury retail brand is seeking a Design Project Manager to oversee boutique design and construction in Dubai. In this role, you will manage projects from concept to completion, collaborate with various stakeholders, and ensure adherence to the brand's high standards. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in architecture, project management skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Solid background in architecture and project management, ideally within a retail or luxury environment.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented, approaching challenges with curiosity and ownership.
• Highly organized and detail-driven, continuously seeking ways to enhance efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end boutique design and construction projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners for quality execution.
• Oversee boutique maintenance strategy and ensure standards are met.
• Monitor procurement activities and ensure material availability.
• Ensure accurate project documentation and compliance with local regulations.

Skills

Project management

Architecture background

Collaboration in cross-functional teams

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Job description

Are you a good match?

You bring a solid background in architecture and project management, ideally within a retail or luxury environment. Proactive and solutions-oriented, you approach challenges with curiosity and ownership, turning obstacles into opportunities for learning and improvement. Collaborative by nature, you thrive in cross-functional settings, fostering alignment to deliver seamless execution and outstanding results. Highly organized and detail-driven, you make thoughtful decisions and continuously seek ways to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and operational excellence across all projects.

What are we expecting from you?

Reporting to the Head of Store Design & Planning, you will play a key role in ensuring the excellence and consistency of our boutique network across the region. You will support new openings and renovations while maintaining the highest standards of design, functionality, and brand image in line with the Maison’s objectives, budget, and timelines. To that extent, you will :

• Manage end-to-end boutique design and construction projects, from concept to completion, ensuring full alignment with Maison guidelines, architectural characteristics, and local regulations
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (architects, contractors, landlords) to guarantee execution quality, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency
• Oversee boutique maintenance strategy and ensure all locations meet operational and aesthetic standards through regular visits, reporting, and boutique staff training
• Monitor procurement activities and stock of concept materials, ensuring timely availability for new openings, renovations, and maintenance works
• Ensure accurate project documentation, permits, and technical files are received and archived following completion
• Foster strong communication with central SDP and local departments (IT, Security, Marketing, etc.) to ensure seamless coordination across all boutique projects

More than a role…. We recruit for a career!

By joining Van Cleef & Arpels you will be part of a Maison where employee career development is at the heart of our ambition.

Upon your arrival, you will be immersed in our enchanting world with trainings on our history, know-how and creations.

The Recruitment Process

Send your application online.

If your profile matches our search, you will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team for an interview.

Along the recruitment process you will meet the Head of Store Design & Planning, Commercial Director, and HR Director.