Project Manager, Retail Development

Who We Are

At Rhone, we cultivate a work culture that is empowering and rooted in our core values. We are gritty, approaching challenges with resilience and determination. We are responsible, holding ourselves accountable to each other and the work we do. We strive for excellence, pushing boundaries to deliver our best every day. We remain authentic, embracing honesty, humility, and individuality. And above all, we are team centered, knowing that true success comes from collaboration and shared purpose.

About The Role

The Project Manager, Retail Development will oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of retail development projects, including new store openings, relocations, and remodels. This role is responsible for ensuring that each project is completed on time, within budget, and aligned with brand and operational standards. The Project Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, contractors, vendors, and external stakeholders to support the successful delivery of retail locations.

What You'll Do

• Manage and coordinate store design and planning of retail store projects.
• Support Retail Development team with test fits for new projects
• Manage construction and its administration from assignment of GC thru punch list, as well as landlord communication and turn over of completed store to Retail Operations team.
• Perform site visits to track progress of buildouts and other projects
• In partnership with the Sr. Manager, Retail Construction, maintain the Project Management tool, ensuring visibility to current status of all projects
• Represent the Retail Development team on weekly NSO calls
• Manage and source procurement, shipping, and tracking of company supplied items to store construction projects. 
• Support stores with complex facilities issues, in collaboration with Retail Operations
• Filing and maintenance of all Retail Development documents
• Prepare, track & file, and communicate Purchase Orders for submission to accounting.
• Interact and collaborate as required with Retail Operations, Visual Merchandising, Brand Marketing, and Creative partners as needed
• Communicate with Landlord representatives for store projects, services, and life cycle needs as it may relate to store development and facility projects.
• As may be related to the position and the department; participate in and perform special retail store projects as assigned

What You'll Bring

• 3-5 years experience working in a supportive role for store design, construction or facilities;
  specialty apparel retail preferred.
• Excellent proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and other related business and
  communication tools
• Proficiency in drafting and illustration programs such as; AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, and Sketchup
• Strong understanding of Retail and Operational excellence
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines
• Experience working independently in an ambiguous environment with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the
  organization
• Ability to travel extensively, flexible scheduling and work weekends when necessary
• Ability to lift boxes / weight of up to 50lb

What You'll Get

• Competitive compensation

• Health, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits

• 401(k) with company incentive savings plan

• 10 company holidays annually

• Discretionary time off policy

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Clothing discount plus semi-annual gift card allotment

Other Details

Job Type: Full Time

Reports to: Sr. Manager, Retail Development & Construction

Location: Hybrid - Stamford, CT 

Salary Range: $100K - 120K

Our Commitment

Rhone Apparel, Inc is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.