Construction Project Manager

Description

THE ROLE (what you are accountable for):

• Manage all phases of retail construction projects, including new store openings, remodels, relocations, and special projects from planning through turnover.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and critical milestones to ensure timely and cost-effective execution.
• Coordinate with landlords, architects, consultants, contractors, and internal business partners throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee permitting, bidding, contract administration, change orders, and project closeout activities.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, ensure quality standards are met, and proactively resolve issues impacting schedule or budget.
• Partner closely with Real Estate, Store Operations, Visual Merchandising, IT, Finance, and Facilities teams to ensure successful store openings.
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure alignment with brand standards and operational requirements.
• Track project expenditures and provide regular updates on project status, risks, and financial performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and external partners to drive accountability and quality.
• Identify opportunities to improve construction processes and support the scalability of the Store Development function as the business continues to grow.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of experience in construction project management, store development, or a related field within a retail company.
• Experience in self-managing retail construction projects, including new store openings and remodels, ranging from 5 to 15 projects a year.
• Proven experience overseeing budgets, schedules, contracts, and vendor relationships.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, permitting requirements, and building codes.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver projects successfully.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues while balancing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Ability to travel 60% of the time to support project execution and store openings.

ADDITIONAL ROLE INFORMATION

• Compensation: The anticipated base salary range for this role is $100,000 – $145,000. This is a full-time, exempt position. This range represents the low and high ends of the expected base salary range for this role based on the applicable location. True Religion reasonably expects to pay within this range in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and internal equity.
• Perks: We offer a mix of benefits and perks to support our employees at work and beyond, including health benefits, a 401(k) with employer match, merchandise discounts, commuter benefits, wellness & employee assistance programs, and more. 
• Work Model: This role is based in El Segundo, CA, and follows a hybrid work model, with an expectation of in-office presence on designated days to support collaboration and business needs.
• Employment Eligibility: Employment with True Religion is contingent upon meeting applicable employment eligibility requirements.