Job Summary
The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing retail fit-out and construction projects from inception to completion. This role oversees project timelines, budgets, quality, and stakeholder coordination to ensure successful delivery of new store openings, renovations, and maintenance projects. The incumbent works closely with internal departments, consultants, contractors, landlords, and local authorities to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with company standards and statutory requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and manage multiple retail fit-out, renovation, relocation, and maintenance projects simultaneously
- Develop detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans to ensure timely project delivery
- Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, landlords, suppliers, and local authorities throughout the project lifecycle
- Review store layouts, construction drawings, and technical specifications to ensure compliance with company requirements
- Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement corrective actions to minimize delays and cost overruns
- Conduct regular site visits to ensure construction quality, safety compliance, and adherence to project specifications
- Manage project costs, verify contractors claims, and monitor project expenditures within the approved budget
- Ensure all necessary permits, approvals, and regulatory requirements are obtained before project commencement
- Lead project meetings and provide regular progress updates to management and relevant stakeholders
- Resolve technical, operational, and construction-related issues efficiently to maintain project momentum
- Coordinate store handover, defect rectification, and project close-out documentation
- Evaluate contractor performance and recommend improvements for future projects
- Analyze project outcomes and implement best practices to improve project delivery efficiency
Education
- Diploma or Degree Holder in Architecture, Project Management or related field
Relevant Experience & Years of Service
- 4–7 years of experience in retail fit-out, construction, or project management.
- Experience managing multiple retail outlet projects.
- Familiar with dealing with landlords, consultants, contractors, and local authorities.
- Experience in budgeting and cost control.
Technical Skills, Professional Knowledge & Competencies
- Strong Project Management skills
- Ideally to have design background in interior design with knowledge of design software ((e.g., AutoCAD, SketchUp)
- Proactive, think out of the box, have good leadership skills
- Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Willing to travel to site if required
