Project Manager (Construction & Facilities Department) Cl/Pe/Uy/Py

H&M; Santiago; On-site; CLP 25,000,000 - 42,000,000; Full time

Job summary

H&M is seeking a Project Manager to lead retail construction projects end-to-end in Chile. You will plan budgets, secure permits, manage contractors, ensure compliance with specifications, and drive efficient, safe project delivery across store networks.

Ideal candidates have a strong construction background, experience with procurement and change management, and fluency in English and Spanish to interact with regional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration or similar.
• Strong understanding of construction in a retail environment.
• Experience managing external suppliers and contractual obligations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage investment budgets and project plans.
• Conduct site surveys, risk analyses and liaise with consultants and authorities for permits.
• Secure value engineering and procurement aligned with global guidelines.
• Ensure stores meet building specs and code of ethics.
• Monitor progress with site visits and meetings, ensuring deadlines and safety.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and share feedback for improvements.

Skills

English proficiency

Spanish proficiency

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business administration

Job description

Job Description

As Project Manager you autonomously lead and manage construction projects end‑to‑end, ensuring they are delivered efficiently, professionally, and in full compliance with company standards, policies, quality requirements, and timelines.

You oversee planning, budgeting, contracting, execution, documentation, and collaboration with internal and external partners to secure sustainable, safe, and cost‑and time efficient project outcomes.

You collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders, uphold high standards of quality and safety, and consistently ensure that projects are executed with transparency, integrity, and operational excellence.

You are a structured, detail‑oriented construction professional with strong technical knowledge, solid project‑management skills, and the ability to anticipate risks and drive solutions.

By acting in line with our Values, having a growth mindset and acting as role model, you contribute to H&M’s business success through people engagement.

No matter what your role may be at H&M – WHAT you do is as important as HOW you do it.

Some of the responsibilities and tasks, at a general level, are:

• Prepare and constantly improve investment project budgets and detailed project plans in line with global Construction Processes, and based on input from internal teams and external consultants.
• Conduct site surveys, prepare risk analyses to support decision‑making, and you liaise with consultants, landlords and authorities to secure all required permits.
• Secure value engineering and value planning on each step of the project process.
• Secure pre‑qualification of (new) contractors, maintain a strong supplier base, and secure procurement procedure with contractors in line with global guidelines.
• Secure that the stores are built in line with the general/local building specifications, instructions & interior specifications and that contractors and partners are working in line with the Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct.
• Follow up on construction progress through site visits and project meetings, ensuring deadlines, quality standards and compliance are met.
• Ensure Health & Safety requirements are in place and consistently followed.
• Optimize project planning in order to minimize installation, labor and other costs.
• Optimize planning and follow up tools, drive improvement actions and share best practice with colleagues.
• Ensure invoices are reflecting the contractual amounts and that payments are made according to invoice schedule.
• Manage change orders, secure transparency in all project finances through internal audits, and keep the project budget within approved forecasts.

• Secure complete documentation before, during and after the project, stored according to global guidelines, and update our project management tools accurately to support internal planning and future benchmarking.
• Ensure a structured and qualitative handover to Facility Management.
• Proactively share relevant information with other departments in a timely and structured way.
• Collaborate regularly with cross‑functional teams, both giving and requesting feedback to identify improvement opportunities.

Qualifications

Requirements for the position

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration or similar (Project Management certifications are meriting).
• Strong understanding of construction‑related areas and the ability to identify risks and opportunities in a retail environment.
• Knowledge of supplier and contract management.
• Several (minimum 3) years of work experience from retail construction, facility management and/or real estate.
• Proven experience within the project management field and managing external suppliers and follow‑up on contractual obligations.

Personal competencies

• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Structured and methodical, with strong planning and organizational capabilities.
• Communicative, supportive and consultative, with a creative and solution‑oriented mindset.
• Resilient and achievement‑oriented, maintaining focus and drive under pressure.
• Values teamwork and collaborates effectively across functions.

Additional Information

• Application deadline: October 29, 2026. The recruitment process will remain open for two weeks from the publication date.

• English proficiency: Strong English communication skills are essential, both written and spoken, as the role involves regular interaction with regional and international stakeholders.

• Regional travel: Willingness and availability to travel across the countries within the assigned market, as required by business needs.