SummaryAs a Store Design Project Manager at Marc Jacobs in SoHo, New York City, you will lead the development of freestanding stores, wholesale, and pop-ups across the United States and Canada. You will collaborate with the global store design team and various departments to ensure the successful renovation and development of new stores, from project initiation to opening.
Responsibilities- Work closely with the Global Store Design team in the design development of new store locations.
- Develop and maintain relationships with tenant coordinators and mall managers.
- Coordinate design documents for bid, landlord review, and permits with architects.
- Review architectural documents with the Vice President of Store Planning & Facilities.
- Coordinate security, telephone, and data requirements with relevant departments.
- Obtain landlord approvals for preliminary and working drawing reviews.
- Create requests for bids and assist in the RFP process for GC scope.
- Develop requests for owner vendor items and assist in the RFP process.
- Review bid proposals and coordinate costs and schedules with vendors and contractors.
- Maintain cost summaries and approve invoices, coordinating with the cost controller.
- Conduct site visits to ensure standards and design are met.
- Attend weekly site meetings to ensure schedule and design standards are met.
- Coordinate with GC and local departments for required certificates and inspections.
- Coordinate store openings and assist on-site during transitions.
- Develop punch lists and ensure timely corrections.
- Request lien waivers and comply with landlord close-out procedures.
- Develop and issue Maintenance Manuals for store managers.
- Assist in multi-project budgeting and scheduling for departmental forecasting.
- Develop pop-ups from concept to build-out.
Requirements- 5+ years of experience in luxury retail.
- University degree in Architecture or Interior Design preferred.
- Proper work authorization to work in the United States.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD.
- Strong budgeting and general math skills.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Understanding of design drawings and project documentation.
- Attention to detail and knowledge of construction and millwork standards.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and focusing abilities.
- Frequent travel required.
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