Dogtopia

Project Manager

• Manage multiple Dogtopia New Store Opening projects simultaneously
• Own the end-to-end opening timeline from final site selection through grand opening
• Build, maintain, and actively manage detailed project plans and milestones
• Serve as the central point of coordination across Dogtopia Real Estate, Design & Construction, Supply Chain, Operations, Training, Marketing, and external vendors
• Coordinate closely with franchisees to ensure responsibilities, timelines, and requirements are clearly understood
• Drive clean handoffs between each phase of the opening lifecycle
• Track every task, owner, and due date with precision
• Follow up consistently to ensure commitments are met
• Identify risks, bottlenecks, and delays early and escalate when needed
• Manage opening readiness checklists and pre-opening requirements
• Support grand opening execution and transition to ongoing operations
• Provide clear, concise status updates to Dogtopia leadership and stakeholders
• Maintain accurate documentation of progress, risks, and decisions

Project Manager – New Store Openings