Retail Project Coordinator

Wheco Group; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheco is seeking a Retail Project Coordinator to manage multiple retail design and construction projects across various sites. You will collaborate with Retail Designers and Interior Designers to keep programmes and milestones on track, monitor progress, and ensure accurate cost and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires strong planning, attention to detail, and excellent communication with suppliers, contractors and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of construction, retail fit-outs and site processes.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects across different locations.
• Strong planning, organisation and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple retail design and construction projects across different sites and regions
• Work closely with Retail Designers and Interior Designers to keep project programmes and key milestones on track
• Monitor schedules, deadlines, dependencies, risks and project progress across active projects
• Check quotations, orders, quantities and project information for accuracy
• Coordinate the timely placement of orders in line with project requirements
• Coordinate suppliers, contractors, deliveries, site access, installations and site-specific requirements
• Monitor lead times and follow up on outstanding items to prevent delays
• Monitor site readiness and confirm that required materials, information and contractors are in place
• Identify and elevate risks, delays or missing information
• Maintain accurate project records, cost tracking, progress updates and closeout documentation

Skills

Construction knowledge

Coordination across locations

Planning & time management

Reading drawings/specs

Attention to detail (costs/docs)

Supplier/contractor communication

Problem solving

Prioritisation

Microsoft Excel

Education

Grade 12

Architectural Tech / Interior Design / Construction Management / Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Wheco, successful retail projects rely on strong coordination, clear communication and careful attention to detail. Our Retail Design team works across new stores, revamps and ongoing showroom improvements, often managing multiple projects across different regions at the same time.

We are looking for a Retail Project Coordinator with a strong understanding of construction and the retail environment. This role will work closely with our Retail Designers and Interior Designers to keep projects moving, ensure key information is correct and coordinate timelines, orders, suppliers and site requirements from planning through to completion.

Join Wheco as a Retail Project Coordinator and help drive the successful delivery of retail projects across our store network.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate multiple retail design and construction projects across different sites and regions
• Work closely with Retail Designers and Interior Designers to keep project programmes and key milestones on track
• Monitor schedules, deadlines, dependencies, risks and project progress across active projects
• Check quotations, orders, quantities and project information for accuracy
• Coordinate the timely placement of orders in line with project requirements
• Coordinate suppliers, contractors, deliveries, site access, installations and site-specific requirements
• Monitor lead times and follow up on outstanding items to prevent delays
• Monitor site readiness and confirm that required materials, information and contractors are in place
• Identify and elevate risks, delays or missing information
• Maintain accurate project records, cost tracking, progress updates and closeout documentation

Skills and Requirements:

• Strong understanding of construction, retail fit-outs and site processes
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects across different locations
• Strong planning, organisation and time management skills
• Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications and technical information
• Strong attention to detail, particularly regarding costs, orders, quantities and documentation
• Confident communication with suppliers, contractors, designers and internal teams
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to follow through on outstanding actions
• Ability to anticipate issues and manage competing priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Relevant qualification in Architectural Technology, Interior Design, Construction Management or Project Management
• 2–3 years' relevant experience in architecture, interiors, construction or retail fit-outs
• Valid driver's licence
• Willingness to travel to stores and project sites when required