Assistant Project Manager - Retail

Property Network of Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Property Network of Australia in Sydney is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to lead retail construction initiatives across the store network. You will oversee new store builds and refurbishments, ensuring alignment with branding, landlord requirements, and operational standards.

You will coordinate with franchise partners, contractors and suppliers, manage budgets and timelines, and uphold safety and quality standards across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in retail or food project management.
• Advanced knowledge of building practices and contract administration.
• Proficiency in project management tools and MS Office Suite.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end management of new store builds and refurbishments
• Ensure compliance with branding, operational, and landlord requirements
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and cost control measures
• Engage and coordinate with shopfitters, contractors, and suppliers
• Maintain strong relationships with franchise partners and stakeholders
• Ensure WHS compliance and effective risk management on all projects

Job description

Property Network of Australia – Sydney CBD NSW

Property Network of Australia is seeking an AssistantProject Manager to join a dynamic national food retail group focused on delivering quality and innovation across their store network. This company is committed to operational excellence, brand consistency, and supporting franchise partners through effective project delivery. We are seeking an individual with previous or current experience managing retail construction projects, including new store builds and refurbishments, with a strong focus on compliance, stakeholder engagement, and cost control. In this role, you will oversee the full project lifecycle for new store developments and refurbishments, ensuring all works meet operational, branding, and landlord requirements. You will collaborate with internal teams, franchise partners, and external contractors to deliver projects on time and within budget, while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Your ability to manage multiple projects, negotiate with suppliers, and drive continuous improvement will be key to your success in this role.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee end-to-end management of new store builds and refurbishments
• Ensure compliance with branding, operational, and landlord requirements
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and cost control measures
• Engage and coordinate with shopfitters, contractors, and suppliers
• Maintain strong relationships with franchise partners and stakeholders
• Ensure WHS compliance and effective risk management on all projects

The ideal candidate will have:

• 5+ years' experience in retail or food project management
• Advanced knowledge of building practices and contract administration
• Proficiency in project management tools and MS Office Suite
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure