US Architect Store Planner

To continue to co-construct the next chapter and beyond, we are looking for creative, organized and agile talents, who share our passion to perpetually improve all that can be.

About The Role

Pre-Construction & Design Coordination

• Manage store and other physical brand projects from delivery of Design Development/Construction Documents from Store Design team through delivery, ensuring plans, finishes, and fixtures stay on time, on budget, and true to brand standards.
• Review drawings, samples, and mockups closely, flagging issues early and driving them to resolution.
• Coordinate bid process, source/evaluate contractor/millwork proposals, participate in contractor/millworker selection, and support contract negotiations in partnership with Global Procurement lead.
• Source and manage Architects of Record (AORs), contractors, millworkers, and specialty vendors from documentation through mobilization.
• Prepare and maintain as-built drawings through project completion.

Construction Coordination & Management

• Coordinate AORs, contractors, consultants, vendors, landlords, and internal teams throughout construction, resolving field issues and driving projects to successful completion.
• Oversee day-to-day site operations, quality control, and compliance with approved plans and brand standards.
• Build and manage project schedules, proactively flagging risks and implementing solutions to protect budget and opening dates.
• Manage procurement, manufacturing/commissioning, delivery, and installation of all owner-furnished items (materials, FF&E, etc).
• Lead project meetings, review and coordinate RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, change orders, and payment applications.
• Manage budgets, review payment applications, and oversee closeout, punch lists, and handover to Retail Operations.
• Act as on-site project lead through construction and installation, ensuring readiness for merchandising and opening.

Permitting & Regulatory Coordination

• Manage permits and regulatory approvals (signage, tenant improvements, landlord and municipal submissions).
• Ensure compliance with building codes, ADA requirements, life safety rules, and landlord criteria.
• Coordinate specialized approvals with outside consultants when needed.
• Track permit timelines and liaise directly with landlords, municipalities, and permitting agencies.

Ongoing Partnership & Vendor Management

• Build and maintain strong network of AORs, contractors, fabricators, millworkers, and signage vendors across the US.
• Identify and onboard market-specific consultants and vendors for future projects.
• Support vendor selection and contract negotiations with Procurement and Legal.

Cross-Functional Project Management

• Lead end-to-end project management of delegated retail stores & other offline projects, acting as the key liaison across design, legal, insurance, signage, retail, merchandising, shipping, and operations.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and milestones to keep projects on time and on brand.
• Lead communication on project progression with key internal teams (marketing, influence, retail, and events).
• Share clear, regular reporting on timelines, budgets, and key decisions.

Existing Store Support

• Provide ongoing architectural support for existing stores and special projects.
• Coordinate maintenance, renovations, and store improvements.

Requirements

• Professional degree in Architecture.
• 6-10 years of experience in US retail store planning, project coordination, and construction administration.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Strong grasp of retail construction methods, building systems, and US commercial building codes.
• Established network of AORs, contractors, millworkers, and specialty vendors nationwide.
• Hands-on experience managing retail build-outs, design teams, and construction crews on-site.
• Based in Los Angeles; able to work from our West Hollywood office Mon-Wed (min. 3 days/week) when not traveling.
• Able to travel regularly and considerably from mobilization to delivery of projects.
• Track record managing fast-paced, high-stakes projects with cross-functional teams at scale.
• Comfortable owning multiple projects at once with a small team.

Your Profile

• You balance design intent with budget, schedule, and constructability.
• You're detail-oriented, organized, and always looking to improve.
• You're extremely hands-on and able to easily gear-shift between architecture, construction and relationship management mode.
• You juggle multiple projects with ease and a no-task-too-small attitude.
• You see the big picture without losing sight of the details.
• You stay cool under pressure and always have a backup plan(s).
• Bilingual French/English is a plus, not required.

Benefits

Salary range: $110,000 - $150,000 depending on skills and experience.