Project Manager, Retail Expansion

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 92.000 - 131.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement benefits

Generous annual leave

Hybrid work model

Career advancement

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Project Manager to lead expansion for a growing retail chain in Queenstown. This hybrid role blends on-site supervision of new store openings and refurbishments with remote project administration.

You will manage the end-to-end lifecycle—from site selection and lease negotiations to fit-out delivery and grand openings—coordinating design, construction, merchandising and operations to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to brand standards.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience, preferably in retail or commercial property development.
• Experience opening or renovating stores.
• Proficiency with project management software.

Aufgaben

• Open new retail stores and refurbish existing ones end-to-end.
• Develop project plans with timelines, budgets, resources, and risk assessments.
• Oversee site selection, lease negotiations, and contract management with vendors and contractors.
• Coordinate with design, construction, merchandising, and operations teams.
• Ensure projects are on time, within budget, and aligned with brand standards.
• Manage stakeholder communications and provide progress updates.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and address on-site issues.
• Facilitate transition from completion to store readiness.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and regulations.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Retail industry knowledge

Negotiation

Communication

Hybrid work

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Project Management

5+ years project management experience

Store openings or renovations experience

Tools

Project management software

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a growing retail chain, is seeking a proactive Project Manager to lead their expansion efforts in the Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA region. This hybrid role requires a balance of remote administrative duties and on-site supervision of new store openings and refurbishments. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of the project lifecycle, from site selection and lease negotiations to store fit-outs and grand openings. The ideal candidate will have experience in retail project management, construction coordination, and stakeholder liaison. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the company's growth and shape its retail presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end process of opening new retail stores and refurbishing existing ones.
• Develop project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk assessments.
• Oversee site selection, lease negotiations, and contract management with vendors and contractors.
• Coordinate with design, construction, merchandising, and operations teams.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to brand standards.
• Manage stakeholder communication, providing regular updates on project progress.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and address any on-site issues.
• Facilitate the smooth transition from project completion to store operational readiness.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant building codes and regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience, preferably in retail or commercial property development.
• Proven experience managing store openings or renovations.
• Strong understanding of construction project management principles.
• Excellent organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model, with frequent site visits.
• Proficiency in project management software.
• Knowledge of retail operations and consumer markets is a plus.

Benefits

• Annual salary of R .
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing company.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility.
• Contribute to the physical expansion of a dynamic retail brand.
• Work in the developing region of Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA .