Retail Construction Project Manager

Macerich; Town of Pittsford (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class benefits

Vacation time & 12 holidays

401(k) match

Job summary

Macerich in New York, NY seeks a Retail Construction Project Manager to oversee tenant TI designs and coordinate all TI construction across operating centers, collaborating with the AVP to open businesses on time with minimal issues.

You will enforce coordination processes, review exhibits, manage end-to-end TI projects, lead consultants and contractors, and coordinate with Leasing, Development, PM, Operations, and Legal to ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience managing commercial tenant improvement and construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction docs, permitting, and life-safety requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, timelines and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee review/approval of tenant store designs and TI plans.
• Coordinate TI construction across operating centers from start to close.
• Lead consultants, GC, and vendors; issue RFPs and negotiate contracts up to $500K.
• Coordinate with Leasing, Development, PM, Operations and Legal for timely delivery.
• Maintain project docs, schedules and status updates; ensure on-time landlord work.

Skills

TI management

Budgeting

Scheduling

RFPs & contracts

Cross-functional

Documentation

Job description

Great people make great properties. As a shopping center developer of some of the nation’s best real estate in top markets, Macerich offers opportunities to work, grow and develop your unique talents. Apply now to help us shape the future of retail real estate while building a meaningful, rewarding, and balanced career.

About The Role

The Retail Construction Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the review and approval of tenant store designs and plans. The Retail Construction Project Manager will be responsible for a number of properties and to coordinate all tenant improvement construction projects at operating centers. The Retail Construction Project Manager will collaborate with other disciplines under the direct supervision of the AVP, to open businesses on time with the fewest difficulties.

The successful candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

What You Will Do

• Enforce tenant coordination processes, construction standards, and life‑safety requirements across all tenant projects.
• Review lease construction exhibits, tenant drawings, and ensure compliance with approved criteria and technical specifications.
• Manage tenant improvement projects end‑to‑end, including budgeting, scheduling, permitting, construction, and closeout.
• Lead consultants, general contractors, and vendors, including issuing RFPs and negotiating contracts for projects up to $500K.
• Coordinate closely with Leasing, Development, Property Management, Operations, and Legal to ensure timely delivery of tenant spaces.
• Maintain project documentation, schedules, and status updates, ensuring TI and landlord work is delivered on time or ahead of schedule.

What You Bring

• Demonstrated experience managing commercial tenant improvement and construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction documentation, permitting processes, and life‑safety requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, timelines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Experience issuing RFPs, negotiating contracts, and overseeing contractors and consultants.
• Strong cross‑functional communication and collaboration skills.
• Highly organized with attention to documentation, compliance, and project tracking systems.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Macerich’s Total Rewards

• Best-in-class benefits with affordable employee contribution levels
• Paid time off, including vacation time, 12 paid holidays and 80 hours of sick time annually
• 401(k) match with immediate vesting
• Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discount
• 24 paid volunteer hours and employer charitable match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career-development resources
• Comprehensive wellness program including a ClassPass membership
• And more…

At Macerich, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. To that end, we do believe in a healthy work/life balance and are proud to offer Remote Fridays for our Corporate offices and Field Fridays for our Retail Properties.

The compensation for this position is determined based on several factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and the specific requirements of the role. Final salary offers will be discussed during the interview process and will reflect the candidate's skills and the company's compensation structure.

The base salary range for this role is $124,900 - $155,700 in Manhattan and $75,000 - $132,600 in Rochester.

Macerich is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status or disability.