Project Manager - Design & Construction

About the role

This Project Manager oversees the design and construction of Aspial stores and supports WCL (Aspial's own properties). The role covers the full design development and construction cycle, vendor and procurement management, cost control and incident response, and works closely with landlords, contractors and joint venture partners.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee all Aspial store design and construction, reinstatements and minor alterations assigned by the Head of Projects.
• Review design drawings for brand standard compliance while considering cost, operation and maintenance needs.
• Ensure timely design and permit approvals from landlords and lead in overcoming challenges to meet objectives.
• Resolve design and technical issues during design and construction so projects stay on schedule without affecting store openings.
• Manage documentation such as leasing documents, unit provisions, base-built and as-built drawings for deposit refunds.
• Conduct After Action Reviews (AAR) after each project to improve processes and standards.
• Manage vendors, set KPIs and review completed jobs; close follow-up with JV and contractors on proposals, scope, quotations, schedules, installation and inspection.
• Lead tenders, contract negotiations and procurement, evaluate quotations and manage FFE inventory and procurement.
• Prepare cost analyses, annual CAPEX forecasts and approve costing on quotations and Workday, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Respond immediately to incidents (construction and liability period) and submit incident reports within 24 hours with risk mitigation plans; stand by for critical situations affecting store operations.
• Implement operational policies and SOPs, build good relationships with landlords and contractors, and attend weekly coordination meetings with the JV.

Required profile

• Good degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Industrial Design or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of proven experience in design and project management, ideally with a developer or brand background.
• Strong leadership, hands-on approach and strong contract negotiation skills.
• Able to work independently, multi-task under pressure and work outside office hours, including weekends.

Required skills

• Good understanding of project management and contract procurement practices.
• Good to have risk management and WSH experience.
• Clear, direct professional communication and effective coordination with landlords and contractors.