Architecture & Design Lead Program Manager - Implementation

About the role

The Architecture & Design Lead Program Manager - Implementation provides leadership across key programs and initiatives for the RaceTrac family of brands while directly managing and developing the implementation team. This role is responsible for successful program and project execution, team development, process consistency, and cross-functional coordination supporting new stores, remodels, refreshes, and prototype evolution. Up to 25% travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple building prototypes, special programs, and strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with Architecture & Design standards, priorities, and business objectives.
• Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop Program Managers and Assistant Program Managers within the Building Implementation team.
• Review and analyze construction plans and documents to ensure designs conform to prototype standards and guidelines, while proactively identifying opportunities to improve prototype design and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide informed recommendations to internal stakeholders, bringing architectural, design, and implementation expertise to key project decisions.
• Collaborate with internal partners and consultants to develop coordinated design documents supporting Engineering, Construction, Marketing, Operations, and jurisdictional submissions.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with internal partners and external Architecture, Engineering, and Construction partners to ensure high-quality deliverables, accountability, and adherence to project timelines.
• Research and evaluate building materials and design solutions, and oversee development of comprehensive design packages, renderings, sample boards, and jurisdictional submittals.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and consistent communication across departments throughout the project lifecycle to maintain alignment, visibility, and accountability.
• Drive team performance and operational excellence by establishing priorities, monitoring workload and project execution, addressing escalations, and identifying opportunities to improve processes, tools, and team effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, or related field
• 5-7 years of Architecture, Engineering, or Construction experience in a retail environment preferred
• Excellent negotiation, communication, leadership, decision-making, and public presentation skills
• Previous experience managing direct reports and demonstration of high performance in project management required.
• High level experience using AutoCAD and Bluebeam. Revit preferred
• Proficient with MS Office Suite and Smartsheet