Retail Construction Project Manager (Full Time, California) 6514

Retail Construction Project Manager (Full Time, California)

Can you keep several retail store build-outs moving at once, each with its own schedule, budget, and set of contractors, without letting a single milestone slip? Do you know that a custom millwork package ordered two weeks late can push an entire store opening, and do you plan for it before it happens? One of our California-based clients is looking for a Full-Time Retail Construction Project Manager to support their store development and design team in managing multiple retail store build-outs across the United States, from pre-construction through project closeout. 

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What you’ll do:

• Independently manage multiple retail store build-outs, keeping each project on schedule and within budget.

• Develop, maintain, and monitor construction schedules, budgets, and project milestones.

• Coordinate U.S.-based general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal design teams.

• Oversee custom millwork coordination, procurement activities, material lead times, and deliveries.

• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and construction documentation.

• Identify potential delays, budget deviations, and construction risks, and implement solutions proactively.

• Lead coordination meetings with U.S.-based contractors and stakeholders.

• Monitor project progress through completion, including punch lists and closeout activities.

What you must have:

• Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or equivalent technical background with a strong construction project management track record.

• Advanced English level, both written and spoken, with the confidence to independently lead meetings and communicate with U.S. stakeholders.

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in retail construction, commercial interiors, tenant improvements, or store build-outs.

• Strong understanding of custom millwork, interior finishes, procurement, and construction sequencing.

• Proven experience coordinating U.S.-based general contractors and vendors.

• Demonstrated ability to manage several construction projects simultaneously with minimal supervision.

• Solid experience managing schedules, budgets, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.

• Excellent organizational, leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• A disciplined, responsible, and eager-to-learn mindset.

A great plus:

• Experience with multi-site retail rollouts or national store programs.

• Proficiency in construction management and scheduling tools such as Procore, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent.

• Ability to read and review architectural drawings, millwork shop drawings, and finish specifications.

• Familiarity with landlord requirements, tenant improvement processes, and permitting across different U.S. jurisdictions.

• Experience working directly with in-house design teams on brand standards and store prototypes.

• Background in vendor negotiation and long-lead procurement planning.