William Sinclair Executive Search is recruiting a Project Manager Store Planning Construction Europe H / F (CDI).
Based in Paris and reporting to the Europe Store Planning Director, the Project Manager Store Planning oversees and delivers store planning projects across the European region, working closely with international Real Estate, Store Design and Store Planning teams.
The role combines strategic oversight and hands-on project management, with full responsibility for retail projects including new store openings, relocations, renovations, expansions, closures, post-opening works.
Project Leadership
- End-to-end management of construction projects from feasibility through handover, ensuring delivery on time, within scope and within budget.
- Coordination and leadership of local project teams including architects, engineers, contractors and consultants.
- Development and control of project schedules, budgets, tendering, procurement and contracts.
- On-site supervision, progress reporting and post-opening audits.
- Ensure compliance with design standards, local regulations, health & safety requirements and business objectives.
Planning & Coordination
- Translate regional business needs into project planning and execution, ensuring alignment with retail performance objectives.
- Work closely with Store Design, IT, Security, Legal, Insurance and Maintenance teams to coordinate project requirements.
- Support strategic planning by assessing and prioritizing new locations and renovation projects.
- Prepare technical documentation and coordinate feasibility inputs ahead of design development.
Standards, Quality & Innovation
- Drive construction standards, best practices and continuous improvement across the region.
- Manage competitive tender processes, contract administration and cost controls.
- Qualify, develop and monitor consultants and vendors to ensure quality, budget and schedule compliance.
- Support research, development and prototyping initiatives, including sustainability and certification requirements.
Reporting & Performance
- Consolidate and manage master project budgets, monitor costs and implement value engineering strategies.
- Track KPIs, prepare regular reporting and contribute to regional and global strategic initiatives.
- Identify efficiencies and synergies across regional projects in collaboration with global procurement teams.
Profile
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in luxury retail or high-end construction project management.
- Strong expertise in retail fit-out, construction management, budgeting and scheduling.
- Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects in an international environment.
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and high standards.
- Analytical, autonomous and solution-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership.
- Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate challenges and drive innovation.
- Proficient in project management and design tools (AutoCAD, MS Project, PlanGrid, SharePoint).