Senior Project Manager (Retail Architecture)

ACIERTA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ACIERTA, a global design and production house with a London office, seeks a Sr. Project Manager to coordinate complex interior, display, and installation projects. You will drive planning, execution, and delivery, aligning with brand expectations and design intent.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in project management, strong communication, and proficiency with CAD/3D workflows. This is a full-time, on-site role with opportunities to lead cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, Product Design, Architecture, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in project management or similar roles.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with client-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ephemeral architecture and retail experience projects from inception to completion.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for cohesive execution across design and production.
• Monitor budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and report progress to stakeholders.
• Ensure on-site implementation, logistics, and contractor coordination.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Multitasking

Spatial awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Industrial Design/Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Job description

Acierta is a global design and production house with offices in Spain, UK, France, Qatar, and the US, delivering world-class creative, production, and installation solutions across Retail and Hospitality. Since 2005, we have combined creativity, technical expertise, and operational excellence to execute projects ranging from large-scale rollouts to bespoke brand activations worldwide.

About the role

We are looking for a talented, creative, resourceful and open minded Sr. Project Manager to join our London office.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled in coordinating multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. This role requires a strong focus on project planning, execution, and delivery across a diverse portfolio that includes:

• Interior design and furniture projects
• Window displays

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management

• Lead and manage ephemeral architecture and retail experience projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with brand identity, client expectations, and design intent.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Oversee the creation, management, and quality control of technical drawings, 3D models, renders, and other project documentation, ensuring compliance with CAD and internal standards.
• Coordinate cross-functional internal and external teams (creative, production, logistics) for cohesive execution.
• Monitor and control project budgets, identifying cost‑saving opportunities while maintaining quality standards.
• Conduct regular project reviews, risk assessments, and status updates to stakeholders, proactively addressing any challenges or delays.
• Ensure successful on‑site project implementation, managing logistics, timelines, and contractor coordination.

Client Management

• Serve as point of contact and strategic partner for clients, building trust and long‑term relationships.
• Translate client briefs into actionable proposals and project plans.
• Identify opportunities to expand account relationships and project scopes.
• Lead client communications with transparency and professionalism, including reverse briefs and debriefs.
• Ensure client satisfaction across all phases of project delivery.

REQUIREMENTS

Skills:

• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities – able to manage multiple fast-paced projects.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with teams and external partners.
• Solid understanding of spatial concepts, construction processes, and design execution.
• Proficient in project management tools and drawing packages (CAD, 3D modeling, renderings, moodboards).

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, Product Design, Architecture, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in project management or similar roles.

Software:

• CAD: AutoCAD or equivalent
• Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign (plus)
• Microsoft Office Suite

This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and benefits. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented individual with experience in project coordination, technical design, and production, and willing to conduct site visits and surveys as required, we encourage you to apply.