L’OCCITANE Group

Construction Project Manager

L’OCCITANE Group

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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About the role

  • Partner closely with Design, Production Architects, MEP/Structural Engineers, millwork vendors, and code consultants to align scope, budget, and constructability.
  • Collaborate with Leasing, Merchandising, and Retail Teams during project development and planning.
  • Ensure bid packages are complete, accurate, and aligned with approved scope.
  • Establish bidder lists, issue bid instructions, analyze proposals, and award contracts.
  • Negotiate contractor fees, vendor costs, and change order pricing.
  • Produce purchase orders for owner-supplied items and coordinate delivery timelines.
  • Optimize project sequencing, schedules, and costs to support timely store openings and renovations.
  • Conduct a minimum of two site visits per project; issue detailed site visit reports.
  • Maintain continuous communication with contractors and site supervisors regarding progress, risks, and schedule.
  • Manage and update project schedules across multiple active projects.
  • Develop and maintain project progress tracking and cost control reports.
  • Ensure construction is executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and brand standards.
  • Proactively identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, drawings, and records.
  • Participate in weekly construction and project status meetings; communicate clear internal updates.
  • Manage punch list completion and verify quality of finished work.
  • Review and approve contractor and vendor payments.
  • Evaluate, negotiate, and resolve change orders.
  • Ensure timely and complete project closeout, including documentation and final inspections.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of construction project management experience, preferably within high-end or specialty retail.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in fast-paced environments.
  • Strong understanding of retail construction trades, schedules, and cost controls.
  • Comfortable working cross-functionally with Design, Leasing, Merchandising, and Store Operations.
  • Confident communicator who can manage vendors, contractors, landlords, and internal stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and MS Project.
  • Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general construction standards.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural plans and schematic drawings.
  • Familiarity with union and non-union contractors and major mall operators (e.g., Simon, Macerich, GGP, Taubman).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent time management and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
  • Hands-on problem solver who anticipates risks and drives timely resolution.
  • Willing and able to travel extensively (50%+).
Benefits
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Annual discretionary corporate incentive bonus
  • Competitive paid parental leave
  • Generous employee discounts on our products
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
construction project managementcost controlproject schedulingvalue engineeringarchitectural plans interpretationHVAC knowledgeplumbing knowledgeelectrical knowledgegeneral construction standardsbid package preparation
Soft Skills
communicationproblem solvingtime managementcross-functional collaborationvendor managementstakeholder managementnegotiationrisk anticipationmulti-project managementdetail orientation