Project Manager Store Development

About the role

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Position Overview

Project Manager position will be responsible for all aspects of store development within PUMA North America.

YOUR MISSION (Responsibilities)

Personally manage 5-10 projects (new stores, renovations, and relocations) annually.

• Work with internal partners for design, project approvals, schedule, budget, coordination, and implementation.
• Coordinate project scope and details with external partners including architects, general contractors, and suppliers.
• Participate in project budget estimating utilizing historical data, current industry knowledge and construction market trends.
• Review Construction Documents upon issuance and communicate any changes to the appropriate team members for revision.
• Manage bid process of general contractors, including assembly of bid documents, management of the bid period, analysis of bids, approval process, bid award, and issuance of contracts.
• Coordinate the scope development, bidding, PO's, vendor deliverables, invoicing, and closeout for all PUMA NA vendors.
• Manage the construction build out process, including supervising the general contractor and all direct PUMA North America vendors.
• Ensure projects are on time, on budget and as per design. Meet with City inspectors, landlord management, internal teams, and outside vendors to ensure a successful store opening.
• Manage the project turnover process to Operations, including development and management of the punch list, transference of warranty, maintenance manuals and communication of essential store maintenance procedures, etc.
• Coordinate the contracting and completion of all repair and maintenance work in the retail stores assigned through the vendor Facilities platform.
• Drive and implement the use of facilities platform with all store managers and vendors.
• Address urgent facilities issues immediately and escalate through proper channels.
• Support and manage special projects related to Facilities, Construction and Brand initiatives.
• Maintain thorough and accurate records of budget, vendor orders, contracts, schedules, and close out documents.

Your Talent

• Bachelor's degree or greater in construction management preferred.
• 5+ years of project management experience within a retail construction environment preferred.
• Travel to job sites, as necessary, 30% to 50% of the time.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be thoughtfully considered.
• Working knowledge of construction administration including scheduling, cost reporting, payment application process and budgeting.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Procore and Bluebeam Revu
• Must be versatile and able to manage multiple projects in various stages at any one time in the life cycle of a project.
• Highly organized and possess the ability to effectively manage priorities and time management.
• Ability to execute assigned tasks with limited supervision.
• Ability to direct and motivate outside design professionals and other consultants.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. with internal peers and external vendors
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail.

The hiring range base pay for this position is $82,000-$111,315 + 10% + Benefits

(Benefit Summary Corporate)

Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.