Coach Project Manager, North America, Architecture

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Job Title: Project Manager, Store Design

Primary Purpose: The Project Manager, Store Design will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring project schedules for all North America store design and construction projects. This role ensures that milestones are met by proactively identifying risks, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and driving accountability across stakeholders. The position is critical to keeping projects on track amid complex permitting, landlord approvals, shipping logistics, and other regional challenges.

The successful individual will leverage their proficiency in Architecture and design to ...

Create and Maintain Project Schedules - Develop detailed timelines for all North America store projects, including new builds, renovations, and enhancements, ensuring alignment with design, permitting, and construction phases.

Milestone Tracking & Reporting - Monitor progress against key milestones; provide regular status updates and reports to leadership and project teams.

Risk Identification & Mitigation - Anticipate potential delays related to permitting (DOB, DOH), landlord approvals, shipping, and other dependencies; escalate issues and propose solutions promptly.

Cross-Functional Coordination - Act as the central point of contact for scheduling, working closely with design, construction, operations, and external partners to ensure alignment and accountability.

Process Optimization - Implement best practices for scheduling and tracking; continuously improve tools and workflows to enhance efficiency and predictability.

Stakeholder Communication - Facilitate regular check-ins and milestone reviews; ensure all parties are informed of deadlines, risks, and required actions.

The accomplished individual will possess...

· Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.

· 4+ years of experience in project scheduling or coordination within retail, architecture, or construction environments.

· Deep knowledge of North America retail process including permitting, DOB/DOH submittals, LL coordination, etc.

· Strong understanding of North America permitting processes and landlord requirements.

· Proficiency in scheduling tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite.

· Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

· Strong communication and problem-solving skills; ability to influence and drive accountability across teams.

· Detail-oriented and proactive, with a focus on meeting deadlines and mitigating risks.

- experience in retail design and reviewing construction/ millwork drawings preferred

- proficiency in ACAD, Photoshop. Illustrator, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office suite a plus

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Dealing with Ambiguity : Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; doesn't have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
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Base Pay Range
$90,000.00-$100,000.00

Here are some of the benefits that we offer: Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, 401 (K), Paid Paternity and Maternity leave, Commuter Benefits, Disability insurance and Tuition assistance. Please click here for a complete list of U.S Corporate Compensation & Benefits.