Project Manager - Store Construction Los Angeles HQ - HQ

Socotra, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Company Paid Healthcare

401(k) savings plan with up to 4% match

Unlimited PTO

Free weekly catered lunch

Dog-Friendly office

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Socotra, Inc. is seeking a detail-driven, technically sharp Project Manager to join our New Store Development team in Los Angeles. This role focuses on delivering retail environments, ensuring every project reflects our aesthetic through accurate design execution.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a related field, with at least 4 years of experience in construction management. The role offers competitive compensation and valuable company benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in architectural design or construction management.
• Strong understanding of spatial design principles.
• Experience producing full drawing sets.

Responsibilities

• QA/QC construction drawings for design accuracy.
• Manage and coordinate with consultants and vendors.
• Travel to construction sites for oversight.

Skills

Architectural design

Construction management

Project management

Strong visual sensibility

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Microsoft Project

Clear communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

SKIMS is looking for a detail-driven, technically sharp Project Manager focused on development & construction to join our New Store Development team. This role sits at the intersection of design & execution — supporting the delivery of SKIMS retail environments including flagship stores, pop-ups, experiential activations, and office spaces.

You will serve as the connective tissue between our design architect, architect of record, and general contractor teams ensuring every project reflects the SKIMS aesthetic from early concept through to doors open. You bring a genuine design eye, solid construction documentation experience, and the organizational discipline to keep multiple complex projects moving in parallel from initial site survey to store turn-over.

This is a role for someone who understands that every detail matters — and that the difference between a good space and a great one lives in the execution.

Key Responsibilities

1. QA/QC construction drawings at DD, CD, and IFC stages to ensure accuracy in design and scope.
2. Support onboarding of design architects and ensure alignment on SKIMS standards from day one.
3. Provide assistance to the design development and production of construction documentation.
4. Ensure consultants maintain schedules and are provided information required to complete drawings.
5. Manage and coordinate with consultants and vendors. They include, but are not limited to, production architects, engineers, furniture vendors, general contractors.
6. Ensure consultants maintain schedules and are provided information required to complete drawings.

Construction Administration

1. Manage all preconstruction activities: obtain permit information from the permit expeditor, ensure utilities are available upon possession, distribute project contact list to vendors and contractors, alert company of commencement of construction, etc.
2. Travel to construction sites to confirm construction execution is meeting standard design intent.
3. Review submittals and shop drawings for design conformance.
4. Create construction budgets and ensure modifications and alterations to store design reflected budget number.
5. Provide coordination and assistance to millwork, storefront, and signage shop drawings.
6. Ensure barricades and graphics are installed.
7. Manage the bid phase: review and negotiate proposals, prepare general contractor bid leveling analysis, ensure all required materials and resources are available and within budgetary guidelines, and ensure all proposals are executed and returned to the vendors.
8. Track and maintain project costs-to-date through the approval of all invoices utilizing the department project accounting tracking reports.
9. Coordinate with technology department and operational teams to ensure accurate construction implementation.
10. Manage the construction phase: costs, schedule, quality, and timely completion of punch lists.
11. Manage the turnover activities to retail operations.
12. Maintain excellent relationships with contractors, consultants, designers and internal customers.
13. Ensure all owner furnished materials (e.g. lighting, flooring, millwork, etc) are ordered and delivered to the jobsite according to the construction schedule.
14. Maintain all project digital and hardcopy files of permit approvals certificates of occupancy, etc.
15. Ensure all financial closeout documents are complete, correct and timely.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

1. Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Management or a related field.
2. 4+ years of experience in architectural design, construction management, store development, or experiential environments.
3. Strong visual sensibility and deep understanding of spatial design principles.
4. Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp (or similar 3D tools), and Adobe Creative Suite.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Project for scheduling, milestone tracking, and project reporting.
6. Experience producing layouts, renderings, and polished presentation materials.
7. Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple active projects in a fast-paced environment without dropping the detail.
8. Strong communicator — clear, concise, and proactive with both internal teams and external partners.
9. Genuine passion for fashion, retail, and the art of creating elevated brand experiences.

YOU MIGHT ALSO HAVE

1. Experience with submissions & jurisdictional permit requirements.
2. Interest in emerging retail concepts and innovative customer experiences.
3. Strong understanding of retail construction documentation, with experience producing full drawing sets.
4. Background in construction project management.
5. A sharp eye for design, proportion, and materiality — and the ability to articulate why it matters.
6. A proactive, adaptable, solutions-first mindset. You don't wait to be told — you bring the answer with the problem.

Benefits, Culture and Perks

Benefits and Culture

• Up to 100% Company Paid Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Kind Body Fertility Benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with up to 4% match
• Unlimited PTO
• Full Access to LinkedIn learning
• Employee Discounts

Perks (HQ Location)

• Free weekly catered lunch at HQ – M/T/W/Th
• Dog-Friendly office on a Thursday and Friday
• Free Swag Giveaways
• Annual Holiday Party
• Annual Summer Party
• Invitations to pop-ups and other company events
• Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages

Compensation: $110,000 - $130,000 / year