Architecture & Design Lead Program Manager - Implementation

RaceTrac, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RaceTrac, Inc. is seeking an Architecture & Design Lead Program Manager - Implementation to lead major programs and manage the implementation team.

You will drive prototype evolution, coordinate cross-functional work, and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables across stores, remodels, and new concepts. The role requires strong architectural and design knowledge, program management experience, and the ability to influence across departments with focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or construction.
• 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 project management performance.
• 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 aligned with standards.
• Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop Program Managers and Assistant Program Managers.
• Review and analyze construction plans to ensure prototype conformity and drive improvements.
• Provide informed recommendations to stakeholders using architectural, design, and implementation expertise.
• Collaborate to develop design documents supporting Engineering, Construction, Marketing, Operations, and submissions.
• Cultivate relationships with internal and external partners to ensure high-quality deliverables and timelines.
• Research and evaluate building materials and oversee design packages, renderings, and submittals.
• Ensure accurate, timely communication across departments throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive team performance by establishing priorities and improving processes and tools.

Skills

Architecture

Engineering

Construction

Retail industry experience

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Project management

Public speaking

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Revit

MS Office

Smartsheet

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Revit

Smartsheet

MS Office Suite

Job description

RaceTrac Company Overview Job Description: 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.

Working at RaceTrac, Inc. (RTI) will surprise you! We are more than just a convenience store business. RTI is made up of five operating divisions: RaceTrac, RaceWay, Gulf, Inc, and Energy Dispatch. While there are many different teams that keep our business running each day, we can guarantee you a few things if you join one of our teams - we never stop learning and we are constantly innovating, improving, and trying new things. There is never a dull day.