Store Design Manager

Uniqlo•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Store Design Project Manager leads the end-to-end execution of retail store development projects across the U.S., ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and aligned with brand standards. This role partners with Real Estate, Store Development, and external vendors to manage all phases, from feasibility through final handover. The position requires strong project management, technical design knowledge, and the ability to oversee multiple projects in a fast-paced retail environment while ensuring quality, compliance, and consistency across all store formats.

Requirements

Project management experience in design
At least 5 years in a similar position, in the US retail industry or architectural design firm
Knowledge in mechanical, electrical, fire fighting for retail environment.
Prior training as a PM in the design industry is MUST.
Ability to manage multiple projects at varying stages of complexity simultaneously
Multicultural work experience and work background
Understand the Uniqlo Customer and Positioning in the marketplace
Sensitivity to aesthetic, quality architecture
Solid understanding of flagship and standard stores requirements and solid experience in rolling out many stores simultaneously
Knowledge of the US marketplace
Results-oriented, outcome-ownership mindset
Business and financial acumen
Flexibility, Positive attitude and high energy
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
AutoCAD (required)
Bluebeam
SketchUp
Adobe Creative Suite

Nice To Haves

Certification of architect or PM preferred
Revit (preferred)

Responsibilities

Responsibility for store design management, controls schedule, cost, quality, etc.
Develop store layouts, fixture plans, and construction drawing packages.
Coordinate architectural, interior design, and engineering requirements.
Review landlord criteria and local jurisdiction requirements.
Manage Design work and project execution through all phases, from giving inputs on the feasibility of projects till the hand over to the store management team in US.
Manage project budgets, schedules, and ensure landlord handover conditions meet Uniqlo's standards in collaboration with external project management firms and the real estate team.
Ensure and review design and construction detailed plans and deliverables, including clear permitting processes and timelines.
Leverage external project management firm throughout the process.
Review MEPF consultant drawings for compliance with brand standards.
Manage all design partners, with an external project management firm after evaluating proposals that include project plans, costs, and qualifications.
Lead site walkthroughs through the entire project lifecycle, from initial feasibility study through final handover to the store team.
Identify risks related to time and budget, resolve all on-site issues, and ensure perfect delivery.
Ensure budget, timeline, quality, and safety are all delivered for each project.
Work together with architect, GC and vendors to solve issues on site.
Understand all local code requirements and make sure all vendors deliver accordingly.
Execute final inspection working together with construction manager before handover to store operation team to ensure code requirement, UQ quality requirement and maintenance requirement is provided.
Lead post-project analyses and discussions.
Identify opportunities and strive for continual process improvement.
Ensure timely PO approval and payment of all invoices, working with the Store Development Management Control team.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Frequent in person collaboration