Director Store Development & Build

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Delivery

• Drive project timelines, sequencing, and execution from lease handoff through certificate of occupancy and store opening
• Manage multiple concurrent store builds end-to-end
• Identify risks early and resolve issues before they impact schedule

Budget & Cost Management

• Own project budgets from planning through completion
• Track spend, manage invoices, and report cost variances
• Execute value engineering where needed without compromising approved design

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Source, onboard, and manage general contractors, vendors, and trade partners
• Negotiate scopes of work and hold vendors accountable to timelines and quality
• Build and maintain a strong, reliable vendor network

Construction Execution & Quality Control

• Conduct regular site visits and actively manage build progress
• Ensure all work is executed in alignment with approved design packages
• Flag and escalate any deviations from design standards

Permitting & Compliance

• Manage permit applications, approvals, and inspections
• Ensure all projects meet local building codes and regulatory requirements
• Resolve compliance issues that could delay project timelines

Project Coordination & Communication

• Maintain clear and accurate project trackers, schedules, and documentation
• Serve as the primary point of contact for contractors, vendors, and external stakeholders
• Coordinate closely with Creative, Finance, Real Estate, and Operations teams throughout each project

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in construction management, project management, or store development
• Experience managing full lifecycle retail or hospitality build-outs
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and build processes
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• Willingness to travel frequently to project sites
• Proven experience managing multiple retail or hospitality build-outs from lease handoff to opening
• Strong project management skills with the ability to drive timelines and resolve issues in real time
• Deep understanding of construction processes, permitting, and municipal requirements
• Strong budget management experience including capex tracking, invoice management, and cost control