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 dynamicNewRetail Store Project Managerto join a high‐growth brand embarking on the build of itsentire physical retail network from scratchacross 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 ofmultiple brand‐new stores, shaping a national retail footprint that has not existed before.
This includes leadingsite 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 theright sites, developing the right store formats, and delivering each project from concept to completion.
This permanent, in‐house role gives you complete oversight of theend‐to‐end lifecyclefrom 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 chance 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 ofmultiple brand‐new retail storesacross 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 recommendnew retail sitesaligned 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 deliveringnew store builds, multi‐site rollouts or retail network expansion
Strong understanding ofretail construction, architectural design and compliance
Hands‐on experience withsite sourcing, feasibility assessments and retail location evaluation
Ability to managemultiple 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 environment
Degree inConstruction Management, Architecture, Engineeringor related field
How to Apply
Apply hereor send us an email ****** your updatedCVandcover pagehighlighting 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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