Store Project Lead

As the Store Project Lead youll be the driving force behind the successful delivery of store development projects ensuring they are completed safely on time within budget and to the highest standards. Youll lead every stage of the project lifecycle from planning and procurement through to construction handover and store opening.

Regular NZ based travel will be required for this role including some overnight stays.

Working closely with teams across Property Design Merchandise Operations Finance and external partners youll balance commercial outcomes with exceptional project execution to deliver stores that are ready to succeed from day one.

What youll be doing:

• Leading end-to-end delivery of store developments relocations and major refurbishments.
• Managing project plans timelines budgets and financial performance.
• Coordinating contractors consultants and suppliers to ensure quality delivery.
• Building strong partnerships across multiple business functions and stakeholders.
• Identifying and proactively managing risks issues and project changes.
• Overseeing construction fit out activities and ensuring health and safety compliance.
• Leading store handovers and ensuring operational readiness for successful openings.

Qualifications :

Youll be a confident and commercially savvy project leader who enjoys taking ownership and delivering results.

Youll likely have:

• Proven experience delivering construction capital works fit-out or development projects from start to finish.
• Strong project planning scheduling and programme management capabilities.
• Experience managing budgets forecasting and cost control.  
• A track record of successfully managing contractors consultants and external partners.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• A solid understanding of health safety and compliance requirements.
• A tertiary qualification in Construction Management Project Management Engineering Property or a related discipline.

Experience in retail multi-site environments store development or refurbishment projects will be highly regarded. Project management certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 are also advantageous.

Additional Information :

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This is more than a project delivery role. Its an opportunity to leave a lasting mark on the business by creating stores that serve our customers and communities for years to come.

Awesome Northcote location with views across the water the all-important free car parking plus EV charging and on-site gym & cafe plus hybrid working Fridays work from home and youll be eligible for great discounts across our brands!  

If youre energised by leading complex projects influencing outcomes and seeing your work come to life wed love to hear from you. Apply today and help us create the next generation of retail experiences.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time