Project Manager — Boutique Architecture

Overview

Chanel is an independent, privately held global luxury house renowned for its haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, accessories, fragrances and beauty. The brand operates a worldwide network of boutiques and ateliers, blending heritage craftsmanship with contemporary design. As an employer, Chanel emphasizes design excellence, meticulous quality standards and cross-disciplinary collaboration across creative and technical teams.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of boutique architecture projects — new store openings, refurbishments and phased roll-outs — ensuring adherence to brand standards, schedule and budget.
• Develop and manage project programmes, detailed schedules and critical-path tracking; coordinate milestones with internal stakeholders and external consultants.
• Oversee technical design review, approvals, construction documentation and procurement of FF&E and specialist finishes in line with Chanel specifications.
• Manage tendering processes, contractor selection, contract administration and on-site execution including quality control and HSE compliance.
• Control project budgets and cost reporting; prepare forecasts, change-order evaluations and commercial justifications for senior review.
• Act as the primary interface between regional retail, store operations, creative/design and local authorities to secure permits and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conduct site inspections, snagging, commissioning and handover; prepare installation guidelines and post-occupancy follow-up.
• Drive continuous improvement of delivery processes and knowledge transfer across projects and markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Civil Engineering or Construction Management; professional registration or diploma advantageous.
• Proven track record delivering retail or luxury boutique fit-outs, with demonstrated experience of full project lifecycle and complex interiors.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in budget management, contract administration and procurement for fit-out projects.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills; proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and external consultants.
• Familiarity with local statutory approval processes and construction regulations in the APAC region; travel-ready for site supervision.
• Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent) or formal construction management training is desirable.

Skills

Experience

Typically 5+ years of progressively responsible project management experience delivering retail fit-outs, boutique build-outs or interior construction projects, ideally including work for luxury brands and exposure to multi‑market roll-outs in the APAC region.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Civil Engineering or Construction Management; advanced degree or professional registration preferred.

Culture

Chanel fosters a craft‑driven, design-led culture that values precision, discretion and creative excellence. Teams operate in a collaborative, global environment where attention to detail and respect for heritage are balanced with innovation in retail experience.