Senior Project Manager - Store Planning EU/UK

ZIMMERMANN is one of Australia's leading and most respected fashion labels. Zimmermann's ready-to-wear collections and swimwear are sold through Zimmermann boutiques and high-end retailers both in Australia and internationally. Zimmermann maintains stand-alone retail stores throughout Australia, Europe, the US and a successful online business. ZIMMERMANN also upholds a well-established wholesale business internationally with an enviable list of major stockists including Net-a-Porter, Saks Fifth Avenue, Selfridges, Harrods, Le Bon Marche, to name a few . We have a great opportunity of Senior Project Manager - Store Planning to join our Head Office in Paris and to be responsible for the project management of Retail and Wholesale store projects across Europe/UK. Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure on time delivery of all project s. Oversee multiple projects, prepare planning programs that include concept, design, and delivery of completed projects on time and within budget. The role will be responsible for the tender process and identifying new consultancies for design, architecture, and construction, along with strengthening existing relationshi ps. Project Development Phase Proactively maintain the new store, wholesale project, maintenance, and store refurbishment sch edule.Prepare new store briefing pack for store designers and architects, incl uding:Core details - address, size, handover dates, b udget.Tenant requirements that initial build pla nning.Local government and permitting require ments.Store operational requirements - security and POS functional specification, VM, st orage.Create and manage internal critical path incorporating the building program, associated consultants such as Architects, local AoR, security, an d WHS.Identify external providers required, manage contract negotiation and implementation of services such as AoR, GCs, security, WHS, and util ities.Manage budget and financial aspect of projects with the appropriate internal stakeho lders. Execution and Building Phase Manage approved schedules to achieve all critical milestones. Adjust and update as needed during the lifecycle of a project.According to the business strategy co-ordinate initial, retail and landlord design approval and manage these sign offs throughout the buildin g stage.Manage all internal and external stakeholders to achieve committed milestones whilst maintaining successful relati onships.Coordinate and manage drawing sets and milestones from schematic, design development and construction documents. Review drawings and conduct page turns with relate d teams.Establish competitive bidding, contract administration and project related legal and financial controls. Build proper bid books, cost plans forecasts, budget history and issue PO’s for to ensure transparency and report ability.Maintain excellent relationships with contractors, consultants, designers, and interna l teams.Oversee construction so that desired quality build outcomes are mai ntained.Manage and report on change orders, and overall budget man agement.Handover of store to be coordinated with all stakeholders for a seamless transition t o trade.Work closely with Store Designer to manage acquisition, transport and delivery of client supplied items such as artworks and fu rniture.Liaise with retail operations team to ensure new store checklists are progressing in line with store o penings. Handove r Process Build to high quality and handover store to retail 100% de fect free.Handover coordinated with all stakeholders for a seamless transition from store planning to retail.Manage the completion of all defects post opening by liaising with Store Designer and builders as required.Coordinate all necessary inspection and certification documents.Create subcontractor details for f uture use.Support retail operations to organise any required maintenance contracts. Stores M a intenance Methodically manage maintenance schedule in conjunction with Retail operation and Visual Merchandi sing teams.Support retail operations to research and vet vendors for repair projects – both interior and exterior such as carpentry, general handymen, painting, electrical, heating, ventilation, HVAC, plu mbing, etc.Maintain inventory manifests for Zimmermann bought designer furniture a nd artwork. Only short-listed applicants will b e contacted. Zimmermann is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications ensuring a strong corporate commitment to diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application to assist you through the recruit ment process.

Location: Paris, FR

Posted Date: 3/15/2025