Capital Projects Manager

The Capital Projects Manager will serve as the company's local, client-side representative for capital projects across its LAX and SFO airport retail portfolio, reporting directly to the Director of Store Development. The role will provide on-the-ground project management leadership and representation for the company across the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction planning, feasibility, and design coordination through procurement, construction, store opening, handover, and post-completion.

What You Will Do

The Capital Projects Manager will act as the key local interface between Store Development, airport stakeholders, Store Operations, consultants, general contractors, specialty vendors and suppliers, architects, brand partners, and other project stakeholders, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and to the company's required standards. The role will involve client-side project management, airport & stakeholder management, pre-construction & design, construction oversight & quality control, store handover & opening, brand & store development support, and external project support management.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The successful candidate will be expected to maintain strong visibility across active projects, challenge consultants and contractors where required, understand the operational impact of project decisions, and protect company interests throughout delivery.

Requirements

• 5–7+ years of experience in retail construction, store development, capital projects, or project management
• Experience managing retail construction or renovation projects from design through completion
• Strong understanding of construction processes, contractor management, and project controls
• Experience representing an owner/client rather than solely working for a contractor
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, construction documents, and project schedules
• Strong understanding of project budgets, change management, and construction quality control
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in the field
• Willingness to travel regularly between LAX and SFO