Retail Project Manager

About Valiram

Valiram is a retail company founded in 1935. The company has expanded to become a global retail industry with 520+ locations in 10 different countries. By 2027, we will be more than doubling our size to 1200, with an expected 5,500+ employees under Valiram Group. Learn more about us at www.valiram.com.

Valiram Brands

• Beauty (Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works, Rituals, Molton Brown).
• Fashion (Michael Kors, Steve Madden, Tory Burch, Chloe, MLB Korea, Giuseppe Zanotti, Charles & Keith, Pedro etc)
• Accessories (Swarovski, Mont Blanc)
• Travel Retail (Hermes, Bvlgari, The Flying Emporium, Coach, Polo Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, Beaute Love, Ion Gizmos, Candy Party, Wear + When, Tumi).
• F&B (Bacha Coffee, Quivo, Godiva, TWG Tea, Laderach, Candy Party).
• Watches (Swiss Watch Gallery, Tudor, Rolex, Cartier, Tissot, Zenith, Bell & Ross, Breitling, Blancpain, Omega).

About the Role

Join our team as a Project Manager and take the lead in executing key projects from start to finish! You'll develop detailed project plans, manage budgets, and coordinate construction progress to ensure completion of our retail fit-out projects.

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Collaborate with estimating and purchasing in the up-front set up of projects to ensure cost savings and the best contractor for the job.

• Formulate and develop contract terms with contractors.

• Ensure the implementation and compliance of policies and procedures on projects.

• Attend and participate in meetings with contractors and project members.

• Plan and schedule project timelines.

• Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables.

• Develop full scale project plans.

• Manage project budget and resource allocation.

• Present reports defining project progress, problems, and solutions.

• Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve project outputs.

• Project evaluations and assessment of results.

• Oversee maintenance issues when operational level is not able to when it is required attention.

• Manage project resource allocation.

• Consolidate expenses that took place for each project.

• Address and resolves all billing issues.

• Evaluate and redesigns retail project offerings in consultation with superiors.

• Understand the implications of different technical choices and is able to guide internal decisions to the best solution for the specific situation.

Key Requirements:

• Education: Minimum a Diploma/Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Construction Management or Project Management.

• Professional Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience, preferably in a comparable retail environment.

• Personal attributes:

o To possess effective communication skills.

o Build and maintain good rapport with staff, government bodies and vendors.

o Good interpersonal skills.

o Pleasant personality.

o Proficient in Computer skills and Microsoft Office applications like excel and project.

o Able to adhere to tight deadlines and work under pressure.

o Sound financial awareness. o Strong understanding of construction means and methods.

• Languages: Fluent English and both in written and spoken. Knowledge of other language is added advantage

Why work for us?

We're more than just a job; we're a place where you can develop your skills, collaborate with a fantastic team, and have fun along the way! Here's why you'll love working with us:

• Level Up Your Career:

o Upskill at Your Pace: Our comprehensive online training platform offers courses in communication, leadership, Excel, and more – investing in your growth.

o Proven Development Track: Last year alone, we conducted 150 trainings and empowered 65% employees to develop their skills and competencies, paving the journey to career growth and advancement.

• Fun & Vibrant Workplace:

o Engaged & Connected: We host numerous employee engagement activities like V Club to build connections and a strong sense of community.

o Celebrate Together: We value cultural traditions and celebrate major national festivals with the whole team! o Express Yourself: Enjoy the freedom of a fashionable dress code.

• At our HQ Office you can enjoy:

o Convenient & Delicious: Enjoy the perk of an in-house cafe serving delicious meals at subsidized prices, so you can fuel your day without breaking the bank.

o Effortless Travel: Our office is conveniently located within a 10-minute walk from public transportation, making your commute a breeze.

o Parking Made Easy: Need to drive? No worries! We offer ample parking in nearby locations.

• Rewarding Benefits:

o Shop Like an Insider: Employees can enjoy staff purchase discounts up to 30% for all the brands we cover, as well as friends & family sale annually.

o Life Balance & Support: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Birthday Leave, Hospitalization Leave, Study Leave, Calamity Leave, Compassionate Leave, Maternity/Paternity Leave, and Marriage Leave, to support you throughout life's stages.

Job Type: Full-time