Associate Project Manager - Pre-Construction

Reformation • Los Angeles, CA

15h • $60,000 - $85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Pre-Construction Associate Project Manager supports the early phases of Reformation’s store development pipeline, helping bridge the gap between Real Estate, Design, and Construction. This person assists with site due diligence, feasibility packages, vendor coordination and procurement, and budget tracking to ensure every new store and renovation project is set up for success.
This role reports directly to the Senior Project Manager, Pre-Construction and works closely with cross-functional partners in Retail Development, Creative, Real Estate, Retail and Finance.

Requirements

• Educational background in Interior Design and/or Architecture
• 2 - 4 years of experience in architecture, interior design, or a related field
• Strong understanding of design documentation, procurement processes, and retail or store development workflows
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and SketchUp (or other 3D software) required; experience with Google Suite highly preferred
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Familiarity with budget estimating, procurement coordination, and basic financial analysis
• Collaborative mindset with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Passion for sustainability and thoughtful design

Responsibilities

• Support the pre-construction process for all new store openings and renovations, from site selection through project hand-off to Construction
• Gather, organize and analyze due diligence materials including site surveys, permit analysis, and landlord documentation
• Support production of two-dimensional test fits and three-dimensional walkthroughs during feasibility
• Prepare feasibility studies and project overviews for internal alignment and budget approvals
• Support procurement for the long-lead FF&E items for all new store openings and renovations including millwork, lighting, flooring, etc.
• Coordinate and track vendor estimates, and design documentation.
• Maintain and update pre-construction trackers, budget logs, and project documentation
• Review and markup architectural drawings against design intent packages
• Support the creation and management of early-phase project schedules
• Participate in project hand-off meetings to ensure a smooth transition from pre-construction to active construction

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored private medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Competitive paid time off policies including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
• Retirement planning support with the option to invest in Environmental Social Governance-aligned funds
• Access to fertility care support through Carrot, and up to a $5,000 USD reimbursement for related fertility expenses after 1 year of employment
• Donations to community efforts on a yearly basis
• Clothing discount
• Culture events (like our annual Ref Values week and Volunteer Time Off)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree