Store Development Project Manager

Application Deadline: 9 January 2026 Department: Commercial Location: London Description We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and driven Shop Fit Project Manager who will grow with the company and add value to our team. This role is a field base role managing shop fits across the North of England and Scotland. This person will report into the Head Of Store Development and will support the delivery of category performance objectives, in line with the seasonal and global growth strategy Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning and scheduling of all key activities related to store setup, from construction to merchandising and operational readiness.
• Serve as the main point of contact between the corporate team, contractors, vendors, and local store teams throughout the rollout process.
• Communicate project milestones, risks, and changes to key stakeholders, ensuring timely updates and resolution of issues.
• Monitor and control project budgets, ensuring all activities are within financial constraints.
• Track and report on project expenditures, identifying and resolving any variances.
• Identify potential risks or issues that could impact the project timeline or budget.
• Develop and implement mitigation plans to address risks, proactively resolving problems as they arise.
• Manage relationships with external contractors, vendors, and service providers.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with company standards, timelines, and regulations.
• Oversee the construction and fit-out process, ensuring work is completed on time and to specifications.
• Coordinate the final walk-through and readiness check before the store’s handover.
• Ensure smooth store handover and transition to operational teams, including training, systems setup, and troubleshooting.
• Monitor the performance and resolve any post-launch issues that may arise, ensuring a seamless experience for customers and store staff.

We Would Like To Meet Someone Who Is

• Excellent written communication skills (copy writing and editing) and attention to detail
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft applications including Teams, Excel, Word, Powerpoint.
• Proficiently reading AutoCAD files
• Preferably A minimum 3 years - experience of managing fit-out projects in a fast- moving retail environment.
• Based in the North of England
• Agile and acts with pace to deliver high standards on time
• Ability to remain positive, show patience and make judgement calls under pressure.
• You will have full UK driving license.
• Ability to travel nationwide

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Fully remote
• Holiday allowance
• 50% staff discount & 25% for family and friends
• Pension scheme