About the Role
The Project Manager is responsible for all aspects of store development within PUMA North America. The role personally manages 5-10 new store, renovation, and relocation projects annually, coordinating with internal teams and external partners such as architects, general contractors, and suppliers. The position oversees projects from design and approvals through construction, turnover to Operations, and ongoing facilities support.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage 5-10 new store, renovation, and relocation projects annually from design through completion.
- Coordinate with internal partners on design, project approvals, schedules, budgets, and implementation, and with external partners such as architects, general contractors, and suppliers on project scope and details.
- Participate in project budget estimating using historical data, current industry knowledge, and construction market trends.
- Review construction documents and communicate required changes to appropriate team members for revision.
- Manage the general contractor bid process, including bid documents, bid period, bid analysis, approvals, award, and contract issuance.
- Coordinate vendor scope development, bidding, purchase orders, deliverables, invoicing, and closeout for all PUMA North America vendors.
- Supervise the construction build-out process and direct PUMA North America vendors to ensure projects are on time, on budget, and as per design.
- Meet with city inspectors, landlord management, internal teams, and outside vendors to ensure successful store openings.
- Manage project turnover to Operations, including punch lists, warranty transfer, maintenance manuals, and communication of essential store maintenance procedures.
- Coordinate repair and maintenance work in assigned retail stores through the vendor Facilities platform, drive platform use with store managers and vendors, address urgent facilities issues, support special projects related to Facilities, Construction, and Brand initiatives
- And maintain accurate records of budgets, vendor orders, contracts, schedules, and closeout documents.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Working knowledge of construction administration, including scheduling, cost reporting, payment application process, and budgeting.
- Proficiency in MS Office, Procore, and Bluebeam Revu.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in various stages at any one time in the life cycle of a project.
- Highly organised with the ability to manage priorities and time effectively.
- Ability to execute assigned tasks with limited supervision.
- Ability to direct and motivate outside design professionals and other consultants.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with internal peers and external vendors.
- Self-motivated with critical attention to detail.
- Travel to job sites as necessary, 30% to 50% of the time.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience will be thoughtfully considered.
Preferred Skills
- Bachelor's degree or greater in construction management.
- 5+ years of project management experience within a retail construction environment.
Salary
- Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Benefits & Perks
About the Company
PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide. PUMA looks for SPEED & SPIRIT in candidates, defined by values of being driven in performance, vibrant in sporting legacy, and together in team spirit, while letting individual talent and experience shine.