New Retail Store Development Project Manager
In-house position | Build a national store network from the ground up | Lead full lifecycle delivery | Permanent |
An exciting and newly created opportunity has arisen for a commercially astute, design-led and dynamic New Retail Store Project Manager to join a high‐growth brand embarking on the build of its entire physical retail network from scratch across Australia.
Reporting directly to the C‐Suite, this senior leadership role will be instrumental in defining the brand's retail blueprint, transforming a highly successful online identity into elevated, immersive customer-first retail experiences.
You will own the roll‐out of multiple brand‐new stores, shaping a national retail footprint that has not existed before.
This includes leading site sourcing, evaluating potential locations, partnering with leasing teams and landlords, assessing feasibility, and recommending the strongest opportunities for expansion.
You will build the foundation of the brand's physical presence by selecting the right sites, developing the right store formats, and delivering each project from concept to completion.
This permanent, in‐house role gives you complete oversight of the end‐to‐end lifecycle from site hunting, planning and architectural design coordination through to construction, retail fit‐out and final handover.
Supported by a collaborative management team, you will oversee multiple store openings at once, ensuring on‐time, on‐budget and high‐quality delivery aligned to the brand's premium standards.
This is a rare opportunity to build something meaningful and long‐term, shaping a brand's entire physical retail future from day one.
Key Responsibilities
Build a Retail Network from the Ground Up
Lead the rollout of multiple brand‐new retail stores across Australia




Establish all store development processes, frameworks, standards and workflows from scratch
Drive early feasibility, site assessments and concept development for new store formats
Identify, assess and recommend new retail sites aligned to brand strategy and customer demographics
Conduct feasibility assessments including foot traffic, competition mapping, lease structures and commercial metrics
Work closely with leasing partners, landlords and centre management on negotiations and approvals
Prepare and present site recommendations to senior leadership
Manage each project from initial planning through to store opening and handover
Develop and manage programmes, budgets, critical paths and reporting frameworks
Oversee multiple simultaneous projects at various stages of development
Design Development & Technical Coordination
Lead architectural design for all store concepts, ensuring brand accuracy and innovation
Coordinate with designers, engineers, consultants and certifiers
Prepare tender documentation, review bids and negotiate with shopfitters
Ensure alignment with building codes, centre guidelines and regulatory requirements
Oversee construction, shopfitting, procurement and installation of fixtures, lighting & digital screens
Manage contractors, suppliers and partnerships across all projects
Conduct regular site visits to ensure quality, safety and programme compliance




Drive a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with leadership teams plus IT, Operations, Commercial, Finance, Brand and CX
Build strong relationships with landlords, developers and delivery partners
Provide senior‐level reporting, insights and recommendations throughout each project
Store Opening, Handover & Close‐Out
Lead store handovers with internal stakeholders
Manage defect lists, ensuring timely resolution
Oversee full project close‐out, documentation and cost reconciliation
Skills & Experience
Proven experience delivering new store builds, multi‐site rollouts or retail network expansion
Strong understanding of retail construction, architectural design and compliance
Hands‐on experience with site sourcing, feasibility assessments and retail location evaluation
Ability to manage multiple large‐scale projects concurrently
Exceptional communication, stakeholder management and negotiation skills
Managing contractors across multiple projects simultaneously in their varying stages from pre‐construction planning until open for trade.
Highly commercial with strong budgeting and tender management capabilities
Ability to travel regularly for site inspections and project delivery (please note interstate travel will be necessary)
Proactive, adaptable and comfortable creating processes in a high‐growth setting
Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field
How to Apply
Apply here or send us an email at with your updated CV and cover page highlighting your suitability based on the job requirements.
To be considered for this role you must have full working rights in Australia!
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