Architecture & Design Lead Program Manager - Implementation

RaceTrac, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

RaceTrac, Inc. is seeking an Architecture & Design Lead Program Manager - Implementation to drive and supervise the building prototype program, manage the implementation team, and ensure design standards and timely delivery across new stores, remodels, and prototypes.

The role requires leadership, strong project management, and deep proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Revit, with 5–7 years in Architecture/Engineering/Construction in retail. Travel up to 25% is included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction or related field required.
• 5-7 years of Architecture, Engineering, or Construction experience in a retail environment preferred.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, leadership, decision-making, and public presentation skills.
• Previous experience managing direct reports and demonstrated high performance in project management.
• High level experience using AutoCAD and Bluebeam. Revit preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite and Smartsheet.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple building prototypes, special programs, and strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with Architecture & Design standards, priorities, and business objectives.
• Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop Program Managers and Assistant Program Managers within the Building Implementation team.
• Review and analyze construction plans and documents to ensure designs conform to prototype standards and guidelines, while proactively identifying opportunities to improve prototype design and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide informed recommendations to internal stakeholders, bringing architectural, design, and implementation expertise to key project decisions.
• Collaborate with internal partners and consultants to develop coordinated design documents supporting Engineering, Construction, Marketing, Operations, and jurisdictional submissions.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with internal partners and external Architecture, Engineering, and Construction partners to ensure high-quality deliverables, accountability, and adherence to project timelines.
• Research and evaluate building materials and design solutions, and oversee development of comprehensive design packages, renderings, sample boards, and jurisdictional submittals.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and consistent communication across departments throughout the project lifecycle to maintain alignment, visibility, and accountability.
• Drive team performance and operational excellence by establishing priorities, monitoring workload and project execution, addressing escalations, and identifying opportunities to improve processes, tools, and team effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Public speaking

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Revit

MS Office

Smartsheet

Job description

RaceTrac Company Overview

The Architecture & Design Lead Program Manager - Implementation provides leadership across key programs and initiatives for the RaceTrac family of brands while directly managing and developing the implementation team. This role is responsible for successful program and project execution, team development, process consistency, and cross-functional coordination supporting new stores, remodels, refreshes, and prototype evolution. Up to 25% travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple building prototypes, special programs, and strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with Architecture & Design standards, priorities, and business objectives.
• Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop Program Managers and Assistant Program Managers within the Building Implementation team.
• Review and analyze construction plans and documents to ensure designs conform to prototype standards and guidelines, while proactively identifying opportunities to improve prototype design and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide informed recommendations to internal stakeholders, bringing architectural, design, and implementation expertise to key project decisions.
• Collaborate with internal partners and consultants to develop coordinated design documents supporting Engineering, Construction, Marketing, Operations, and jurisdictional submissions.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with internal partners and external Architecture, Engineering, and Construction partners to ensure high-quality deliverables, accountability, and adherence to project timelines.
• Research and evaluate building materials and design solutions, and oversee development of comprehensive design packages, renderings, sample boards, and jurisdictional submittals.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and consistent communication across departments throughout the project lifecycle to maintain alignment, visibility, and accountability.
• Drive team performance and operational excellence by establishing priorities, monitoring workload and project execution, addressing escalations, and identifying opportunities to improve processes, tools, and team effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, or related field
• 5-7 years of Architecture, Engineering, or Construction experience in a retail environment preferred
• Excellent negotiation, communication, leadership, decision-making, and public presentation skills
• Previous experience managing direct reports and demonstration of high performance in project management required.
• High level experience using AutoCAD and Bluebeam. Revit preferred
• Proficient with MS Office Suite and Smartsheet

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.