Project Executive (1 year Contract)

Shilla Travel Retail; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel retail company in Singapore is seeking a candidate to manage store design documentation and project coordination. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in Architecture or Interior Design and experience in retail. Responsibilities include preparing design documents, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with standards. Strong AutoCAD skills are essential. This role offers a dynamic work environment with the opportunity to contribute significantly to retail projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–4 years of relevant experience in store planning, project coordination, or interior construction.
• Experience in the retail sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop store design document packages.
• Issue CAD-based vendor packages to brand partners.
• Conduct feasibility studies and coordinate project design.
• Maintain communication with internal teams and external partners.
• Provide design guidelines and coordinate with vendors.

Skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or a related discipline

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop store design document packages for new or remodeled stores, from conceptual design through to technical drawings, using AutoCAD.
• Issue CAD-based vendor packages to brand partners, ensuring accuracy, alignment with Shilla standards, and feasibility for site execution.
• Conduct feasibility studies based on site conditions and coordinate project design in compliance with Shilla Duty Free guidelines, Changi Airport Group (CAG) regulations, and brand requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define the project scope, including compliance with tenancy codes, merchandise layout needs, operational considerations, and IT infrastructure.
• Maintain ongoing communication with internal teams (e.g. Merchandising, Ops, IT) and external partners regarding field changes and site updates.
• Provide counter design guidelines and coordinate with vendors/business partners to support the design, fabrication, and build of retail counters/stores.
• Coordinate with Merchandising to ensure plans and drawings are issued to brands and vendors in line with the construction schedule.
• Ensure all design documentation complies with Shilla’s internal design standards and external landlord/authority requirements.
• Assist in obtaining construction permits and CAG approvals to enable timely start of work.
• Track project progress to ensure timely delivery and adherence to budget.
• Support flawless store execution by managing and issuing detailed CAD-based installation and design guidelines.
• Participate in smaller vendor/brand discussions and support execution as delegated by the Senior Project Manager.
• Perform other related or ad hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2–4 years of relevant experience in store planning, project coordination, or interior construction, preferably in retail.
• Proficient in AutoCAD with the ability to prepare technical drawings, space plans, and issue complete vendor packages.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.