Store Design & Planning Project Manager – Fixed-Term

Main Purpose

Specialist Network Project Delivery

• Manage specialist point-of-sale openings, relocations, and renovations from feasibility through construction and handover.
• Assess project costs, timelines, and site requirements and provide feasibility recommendations.
• Coordinate requirements with central store design and planning, landlords, architects, and local teams.
• Review layouts, technical drawings, and construction documentation throughout project phases.
• Manage schedules, budgets, tenders, and contractors to deliver agreed quality, cost, and timing.
• Coordinate permits, procurement, and installation with external partners and Retail, IT, Security, Logistics, Marketing, and Procurement teams.

Regional Boutique Maintenance

• Lead and continuously improve maintenance procedures and quality standards across regional boutiques.
• Coordinate maintenance works, light upgrades, and internal modifications while minimizing disruption to boutique operations.
• Work with Boutique Managers to identify maintenance requirements and complete corrective actions.
• Build and manage contractor and vendor networks across markets, including budgets, contracts, and costs.
• Conduct regular boutique condition audits and monitor maintenance performance and recurring issues.

Regional Coordination and Standards

• Ensure Cartier architectural, design, and brand standards are consistently applied across projects and boutiques.
• Coordinate between central, regional, local, boutique, and external partner teams.
• Support the store design and planning team on boutique projects, special events, and regional launches.

Qualifications and Experience

• University degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Interior Design, or a related field.
• Experience in store planning, project management, or facilities and maintenance management.
• Experience managing design-through-construction projects and exposure to multi-site maintenance.
• Strong understanding of architectural detailing, finishes, MEP systems, and retail construction and maintenance methods.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Project knowledge is advantageous.
• Strong budget, vendor, project management, organization, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent English; Arabic or another language is advantageous.
• Comfort with regular travel across the MEIAT region.