Regional Construction Project Manager

POP MART; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the designer toy sector is seeking a Regional Construction Project Manager to lead flagship store projects across Europe. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment, collaborating with international teams to ensure project excellence. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in retail construction, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to manage diverse stakeholders. Join this innovative company and contribute to the growth of a unique global brand while enjoying a structured bonus scheme and regular team events.

Benefits

Monthly appreciation gifts

Structured bonus scheme

Comprehensive training programs

Regular team social events

Qualifications

• 8+ years in retail construction project management.
• Experience managing multi-country projects across Europe.
• Proficient in reviewing architectural and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate flagship store construction projects across Europe.
• Provide technical guidance to local project teams.
• Ensure consistent quality and branding across all markets.

Skills

Retail Construction Management

Stakeholder Management

Project Management Tools

Technical Review

Architectural Drawings Review

Communication Skills

Multi-Country Coordination

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture

PMP Certification

Tools

CAD

MS Office

Job description

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Industry: Designer toys and collectible pieces

Location: Canary Wharf, London

Job type: Full time Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

About POP MART

Founded in 2010, POP MART is a market-leading entertainment company and a global champion of designer toy culture. Through global artist development, IP operations, and designer toy culture evangelism, we have built an integrated platform covering the entire designer toy value chain. Besides our original and iconic IPs such as Molly, Hirono, Skullpanda, and LABUBU, POP MART collaborates with top-tier toys and lifestyle brands including Disney, Universal Studios, and Sanrio to create collectible art toys featuring their iconic characters.

POP MART has established a strong presence across key European markets, including the UK, France, Italy, Netherlands, and Spain. As part of our strategic growth initiatives, we are focused on expanding our retail network into additional high-potential markets across Europe, continuing to strengthen our brand's position in the region.

For more information, please visit www.popmart.com and our LinkedIn Career page.

What to Expect

POP MART is a fast-paced company with a young and multicultural team where you can expect to:

• Gain valuable regional exposure and lead cross-country project delivery
• Be part of a dynamic and collaborative international environment
• Work closely with HQ and local teams to drive construction excellence
• Contribute to the growth of a unique and exciting global brand

POP MART offers our employees:

• Selected POP MART toys as appreciation gifts every month
• A structured bonus scheme in line with the company’s and the individual’s performance
• Comprehensive training and development programs
• Regular team social events

The Role and Candidate

We are hiring an experienced Regional Construction Project Manager to join our Europe Regional team. Based in London and reporting to the Headquarters Store Planning & Design Team, this role will act as the engineering project lead for flagship store construction projects across Europe, while also providing supervision and support to country teams delivering standard-format stores.

This is a hands-on role combining engineering expertise, cross-market coordination, and end-to-end project execution. The ideal candidate has a strong track record in retail construction, understands regional variations across Europe, and can work efficiently with multicultural stakeholders and headquarters in Asia.

Responsibilities

Flagship Project Management

• Coordinate with HQ in managing flagship store construction projects across Europe, managing the entire process from technical review to final delivery
• Collaborate with HQ and design teams to localise construction plans in line with local regulations and landlord requirements
• Review finalised blueprints and secure necessary permits and site access for construction commencement
• Support bidding processes, assess contractor proposals, and provide regional recommendations to HQ

Support and Supervision of Local Projects

• Provide technical guidance and oversight to country-level construction project teams managing compact and standard store formats
• Ensure consistent construction quality, branding, materials, and timelines across all European markets
• Assist local teams in troubleshooting complex site issues and escalate strategic risks when necessary
• Establish robust progress monitoring systems, collect regular updates, analyse deviations between actual and planned timelines, and identify root causes

Project Execution and Monitoring

• Coordinate with construction teams across countries to drive progress and cross-functional collaboration
• Track project schedules, analyse deviations, and implement corrective actions such as workflow optimization or resource adjustment
• Liaise with landlords and malls to obtain permits, site access, and technical approvals
• Conduct regular site visits and report project status to HQ and regional management

Quality Assurance & Project Closure Management

• Ensure project quality standards are met through routine inspections, technical oversight, and timely resolution of on-site issues and defects
• Oversee critical construction components including material finishes, HVAC, fire safety systems, and equipment installation prior to handover
• Lead internal final inspections and coordinate handover with retail and operations teams to ensure stores are fully ready for opening
• Maintain accurate project documentation and conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and improve future delivery across regions

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in retail construction project management, including hands-on management of flagship or high-profile stores
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-country construction projects across Europe
• In-depth knowledge of decorative materials, MEP, building codes, and quality control procedures
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to coordinate with HQ, landlords, contractors, and local authorities
• Proficient in reviewing architectural and engineering drawings
• Skilled in CAD, MS Office, and project management tools
• Self-starter with a structured, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Willingness to travel across Europe for site supervision and coordination
• Proficiency in speaking writing English
• PMP or other relevant certifications are desirable

Desirable but Not Essential

• Multi-lingual ability (Chinese preferred; other European languages are a plus)
• Familiarity with landlord technical guidelines in major European shopping centres or high streets
• Previous experience working with or reporting to Asia-based headquarters
• PMP or equivalent project management certifications

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management, Design, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Retail and Architecture and Planning

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