Project Manager Retail Store Development

• Working with the design team and business units to develop department designs layouts and plan approvals for new stores full store renovations department renovations optimizations and store relocations projects.
• Discussing annual department goals with Senior Management and Business Units.
• Creating high-level and detailed schedules.
• Coordinating project with Retail Stores Development team members.
• Reviewing project Furniture Fixtures & Equipment.
• Coordinating and delegating tasks to LD departments.
• Quality review of projects.
• Managing team members including teaching and mentoring.
• Providing comprehensive project updates to the relevant parties on project status.
• Planning organizing and directing activities concerned with the construction of structures facilities and systems.
• Analyzing project costs preparing project budgets and obtaining budget approvals and monitoring expenditure.
• Monitoring and travel to job sites as necessary to ensure projects are on time on budget and per design.
• Meeting with Architects Engineering Consultants Contractors City inspectors landlord management and internal teams to ensure a successful store opening.
• Facilitating the resolution of construction issues between General Contractor Consultants LD business units and other LD departments such as Loss Prevention Marketing and IT.
• Maintaining records on shared drive of budget purchase orders work orders contracts schedules etc.
• Overseeing materials and equipments supplier and ensure timely delivery to meet construction schedules. (e.g. Millwork signage Canada Post etc.)
• Be the primary point of contact for the Developer General Contractor Consultants and in-house personnel for the project.

• Minimum of 5-8 years of direct experience in leading multi-functional multi-departmental renovation and construction related projects.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in project budgeting.
• Previous experience in the retail industry is a definite asset.
• Bachelors degree holder post-secondary technical education (BCIT) or similar in a construction or industry-related program with relevant experience.
• Preferable to have completed courses in Project Management and PMP certification.
• Substantial understanding Architectural Electrical and Mechanical drawings.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office (Project Power Point Excel Word and Outlook) Sketch up / AutoCAD.
• Hold a valid BC drivers license.

• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Demonstrate excellent inter-personal communication planning multitasking creativity administrative and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work well under pressure.
• Good analytical thinking.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements new concepts and ideas.
• Ability to obtain and make decisions within reason and guidelines and escalate as required.
• Handle confidential information in a mature and reasonable manner.
• Strong conflict resolution people management leadership problem solving and time management skills.
• Work well in team environment.
• Excellent communication skills verbal and written.
• Financial project planning.
• Technical knowledge of retail development.

• Comprehensive medical dental prescription drug and vision coverage for you and your family (Ensuring you and your family are taken care of)
• Company matched RRSPs (Helping you plan for your future)
• Employee Discount Program (Sharing our success)
• Ongoing In-House Training & Education Courses (Lifelong learning)
• Employee Family Assistance Program (Free confidential counselling)
• Employee Recognition Program (Tangible rewards for great work!)

London Drugs is 100% Canadian owned and is focused on local customers satisfaction. Across Alberta Saskatchewan Manitoba and British Columbia London Drugs 79 stores employ more than 8000 staff dedicated to providing our customers with a superior shopping experience.

We are committed to making a positive impact on the world and the communities we operate in. From responsible sourcing packaging take-back and in-store recycling centres we invest in making our practices more environmentally sound and continue to look for better greener ways to do business.

We believe our employees are our greatest asset and we are committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive. Our supportive culture encourages creativity and collaboration allowing you to make a meaningful impact on our customers experiences. Together we celebrate diversity innovation and a shared passion for delivering exceptional service making London Drugs not just a place to work but a place to grow and succeed.