Project Manager, Store Planning & Construction

Tapestry (Coach/Kate Spade); New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Coach in New York seeks a Construction Project Manager to own assigned retail projects from kickoff through store opening, ensuring brand standards, approved budgets and project timelines are met.

You will lead cross-functional teams, review design and construction drawings, manage RFIs and change orders, and travel up to 50% to support execution across the portfolio. A CM-related degree and 5+ years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related field is preferred.
• 5+ years of retail, commercial, hospitality or related construction project management experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, building systems, project delivery processes and contract administration.
• Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret architectural, engineering and construction documents.
• Excellent communication, organizational and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Own assigned projects from AOR Kickoff through Store Opening, Turnover and Project Closeout.
• Drive project execution while aligning with brand standards and budgets.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure delivery across all project phases.
• Conduct Landlord Kickoff meetings and review design/construction drawings.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Store Design and Construction Finance on budgets and delivery.

Skills

Construction management

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Site visits

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last-for you to be yourself in.

Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio - a global house of brands committed to stretching what's possible.

A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive. Visit Our People page to learn more about Tapestry's commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity.

Project Ownership

• Own assigned projects from AOR Kickoff through Store Opening, Turnover and Project Closeout.
• Drive project execution while ensuring alignment with company objectives, brand standards, operational requirements, approved budgets and project timelines.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure project delivery throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.

Preconstruction Management

• Conduct Landlord Kickoff meetings to fully understand site conditions, fit-out requirements, local codes, building conditions, project timelines, approval requirements and landlord expectations.
• Review and redline design and construction drawings prior to Landlord and Permit submissions.
• Partner with Store Design throughout all project phases, including AOR Kickoff, Schematic Design, Design Development, Landlord/Permit submissions, Bid Documents and Construction Documents.
• Partner with Purchasing throughout the bidding and construction process to support PO issuance, FF&E and SBO delivery coordination .
• Coordinate with Construction Finance regarding budget reviews, forecasting, change order impacts and project closeout .
• Evaluate constructability, site conditions, and execution requirements to identify potential project risks and challenges prior to construction commencement.

Construction Management

• Lead weekly OAC (Owner-Architect-Contractor) meetings to monitor project progress, review schedule performance, track RFIs and Change Orders, identify project risks and drive issue resolution.
• Review, track, and manage RFI's throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Review, track and manage Change Orders, ensuring impacts to scope, schedule, and budget are properly documented and communicated.
• Monitor contractor performance and progress against approved construction documents, project schedules and company standards.
• Conduct site visits during critical construction milestones including framing, punch list, turnover and project closeout.
• Monitor field conditions and coordinate resolution of design conflicts, constructability issues, and unforeseen site conditions, evaluating impacts to project schedule and budget.
• Facilitate timely decision-making and resolution of project issues, ensuring impacts to schedule, budget and store opening dates are effectively managed.

Risk & Communication Management

• Identify, communicate, and mitigate project risks that may impact schedule, budget, quality or store opening dates.
• Assess and communicate project impacts related to RFIs, Change Orders, field conditions and design revisions.
• Provide regular project updates to internal stakeholders regarding schedule status, project risks, approvals, construction progress and critical decision points.
• Maintain effective communication among internal teams, consultants, contractors, landlords and business stakeholders throughout project execution.

Turnover & Store Opening

• Develop and manage project punchlists , ensuring timely completion of all deficiencies prior to turnover and store opening.
• Coordinate project turnover and closeout documentation, including as-built drawings, warranties, operation manuals and project closeout packages.
• Support store opening readiness by coordinating construction turnover activities with Operations, Visual Merchandising, IT, Loss Prevention and other cross-functional stakeholders.
• Conduct post-occupancy reviews and capture lessons learned to support continuous improvement of project delivery processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management , Engineering, Architecture or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• 5+ years of retail, commercial, hospitality or related construction project management experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, building systems, project delivery processes and contract administration.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret architectural, engineering and construction documents.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with construction management and project collaboration software platforms.
• Ability to travel up to 50% as required to support project execution.

Key Competencies

Project Execution & Delivery

Construction Administrat