SNIPES Special Projects Manager - Store DevelopmentHybridBensalem, PAOverviewReporting to the Sr. Director of Real Estate and Construction, the Special Projects Manager of Store Development will oversee a diverse portfolio of projects across our retail store network, including new store builds, remodels, refreshes, fixture and equipment installations, brand initiatives, operational improvements, and other store development projects.
A critical responsibility of this role will be coordinating Tenant-Supplied Materials (TSM), including developing comprehensive material take-off documentation and delivery schedules to support accurate procurement, timely jobsite delivery, and successful project execution.
ResponsibilitiesProject Management & Delivery- Manage a portfolio of projects across new and existing stores, including new store construction, remodels, refreshes, relocations, fixture replacements, equipment installations, and operational improvements.
- Lead projects from initial intake and feasibility assessment through scope development, budgeting, procurement, scheduling, execution, turnover, and final closeout.
- Establish project objectives, milestones, deliverables, responsibilities, and success criteria to ensure alignment with business priorities.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and execution strategies while proactively identifying risks and addressing potential delays.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities, deadlines, and business requirements.
Tenant-Supplied Materials & Procurement Coordination- Develop and maintain comprehensive Tenant-Supplied Materials (TSM) Take-Off Form for each assigned project, identifying all materials, fixtures, equipment, and other items to be supplied by the company.
- Coordinate with Construction, Design, Planning, Procurement, Store Operations, and other stakeholders to ensure all tenant-supplied materials are identified, accurately quantified, and documented before procurement deadlines.
- Coordinate with Procurement to ensure complete and accurate project information is provided for purchasing, sourcing, vendor coordination, and delivery planning.
- Monitor procurement progress and material delivery schedules to ensure all required items arrive at the appropriate location before installation or construction milestones.
- Identify and resolve discrepancies in quantities, specifications, orders, shipping, and delivery dates before they impact project execution.
- Maintain updated TSM documentation and communicate material status, outstanding items, and schedule risks to the project team.
- Establish a consistent process for material take-offs, procurement handoffs, delivery tracking, and project-specific documentation.
Cross-Functional Coordination- Serve as the central project lead for special projects introduced into new and existing stores.
- Coordinate project requirements, approvals, responsibilities, dependencies, and execution plans across Real Estate, Construction, Store Operations, Design, Visual Merchandising, IT, Asset Protection, Procurement, Finance, Marketing, and other business partners.
- Facilitate project meetings, communicate action items, track outstanding decisions, and ensure stakeholders remain aligned throughout project execution.
- Identify project conflicts, clarify ownership, and escalate issues requiring leadership decisions.
New Store Construction & Development- Manage assigned new store construction and build-out projects in coordination with Real Estate, Construction, landlords, architects, engineers, general contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
- Coordinate project requirements, design approvals, permitting, procurement, construction activities, inspections, and operational readiness.
- Monitor construction progress and identify potential delays, cost impacts, or issues affecting scheduled store openings.
- Ensure project execution aligns with approved plans, company standards, lease requirements, and operational expectations.
- Support store opening readiness by coordinating outstanding construction items, material deliveries, installations, inspections, and turnover requirements.
Budget, Schedule & Risk Management- Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, scopes of work, and resource requirements.
- Track project expenditures, commitments, forecasts, change orders, and budget variances.
- Evaluate proposed changes and communicate their impact on project costs, schedules, scope, and operational requirements.
- Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement corrective actions when performance deviates from established plans.
- Provide timely escalation of schedule delays, budget concerns, procurement issues, and other risks requiring management attention.
- Maintain accountability for delivering projects within approved budgets and established timelines.
Store Operations & Field Execution- Develop execution plans that minimize disruption to store operations, customer experience, and sales activities.
- Coordinate site access, construction phasing, shutdowns, temporary conditions, installation schedules, and operational communications.
- Manage contractors, installers, suppliers, and service providers to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved project requirements.
- Conduct site visits to verify progress, evaluate field conditions, identify deficiencies, and resolve construction or installation issues.
- Coordinate fixture installations, equipment upgrades, technology integrations, merchandising impacts, and other project activities with store teams.
- Support store teams through project turnover, training coordination, operational readiness, and post-installation follow-up.
Quality, Compliance & Project Reporting- Ensure projects comply with company standards, approved plans and specifications, applicable building codes, accessibility requirements, life safety regulations, permitting requirements, and safety standards.
- Monitor project quality and verify that completed work meets established requirements.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, including scopes, budgets, schedules, approvals, procurement records, change orders, meeting notes, and closeout documentation.
- Provide regular project status reports covering schedule, budget, procurement, material deliveries, risks, outstanding issues, and overall project performance.
- Develop and maintain project tracking tools, dashboards, and reporting processes to improve visibility, accountability, and execution.
- Conduct project closeout reviews, document lessons learned, and identify opportunities to improve future project delivery.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of project management or construction management experience in multi-site retail, commercial construction, store development, facilities, or a related environment.
- PMP, CCM, LEED, OSHA, or other relevant certifications are a plus.
- Demonstrated experience managing new store builds, remodels, and projects within operating retail locations.
- Experience coordinating procurement, material take-offs, vendor deliveries, and construction schedules preferred.
Project Management- Strong understanding of project scope, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, risk management, change control, vendor coordination, and closeout.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining organization, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Ability to develop project schedules, material tracking tools, procurement documentation, and execution plans.
Retail Construction & Store Development- Working knowledge of retail construction, store layouts, fixtures, finishes, building systems, permitting, accessibility, and life safety requirements.
- Understanding construction sequencing, installation requirements, and the challenges of completing work in operating stores.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, fixture plans, and material schedules.
Procurement & Material Coordination- Ability to identify, quantify, document, and track tenant-supplied materials throughout the project lifecycle.
- Strong understanding of material lead times, purchasing requirements, shipping coordination, jobsite delivery, and installation sequencing.
- Ability to develop accurate material take-off forms and communicate procurement requirements clearly to internal teams and vendors.
Cross-Functional Leadership- Proven ability to coordinate multiple departments, establish ownership, manage competing priorities, and drive decisions autonomously
- Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively with corporate teams, store personnel, landlords, contractors, and vendors.
Communication & Problem-Solving- Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate project requirements, risks, decisions, and expectations clearly to executives, internal teams, contractors, and store leadership.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve field conditions, identify risks, and develop practical solutions.
Technology & Reporting- Proficiency with project management systems such as Monday.com for scheduling, budgeting, document management, and collaboration tools.
- Ability to develop project tracking systems, procurement logs, material delivery schedules, and executive-ready reporting.
- Experience with construction drawings, spreadsheets, and project documentation systems preferred.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions - Ability to visit and navigate active construction sites, retail locations and warehouses
- Occasional lifting or movement of project materials or equipment up to 50 pounds may be required
- Regular travel (30% including overnight) to new and existing store locations, construction sites, vendor facilities, and stakeholder meetings is required.
Cultural Success Factors- Enthusiasm for the brand
- Consumer Obsessed
- Innovative Mindset
- Collaborative nature
- Skillful communicator
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Disciplined and self-motivated
Benefits with SNIPES- Generous Employee Discount
- Paid Holidays
- Summer Hours
- Hybrid work schedule
- PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Bonus Plan
- Affordable Health Insurance
- Retirement Contributions
