Manager, Project-Specialty Retail

Overview

Manage design, construction, opening of specialty retail tenant projects within budget and schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• budget management
• project tracking
• schedule compliance
• lease negotiation
• construction docs
• site planning

Tasks

-The incumbent typically is accountable for managing projects with a total budget of approximately $5 million to $25 million per year. -Coordinates project milestone dates with for the purpose of maintaining the departmental project tracking system. -Monitors and ensures compliance with schedule and construction documents; conducts Tenant turn-over/delivery of demised premises; manages formal lease required notifications and project closeout procedures. -Negotiates through Legal and Development, Tenant’s lease criteria and prototypical work exhibits. -Comprehend proposal specifications, drawings and attend meetings to determine scope of work. Maintains and oversees all Landlord construction responsibilities as defined by a fully executed Specialty Retail Tenant lease. -Obtains approval of, coordinates and monitors Landlord construction documents, contracts, budgets, oversees, and identifies budget revisions and reports status to the Project Manager and/or Supervisor. Monitors and reports progress of Tenant review and approval of Landlord construction documents. -Participates in initial project planning with Developer responsible for the deal as dictated by terms of the Tenants criteria; contributes to site planning, preliminary building design, preliminary project budgeting and scheduling. Defines and coordinates project design scope, schedule and budget with the Project Manager or Supervisor, in conjunction with in-house/outside architects, engineers, contractors and mall operations, if in an existing center.

Requirements

• cost estimating
• construction management
• excel
• project
• word
• bachelor's

What You Bring

-5 + years’ experience in cost estimating or preconstruction, tenant design or retail construction management. -General knowledge of construction management process, including site work, architectural considerations, building construction, structural, mechanical, and electrical distribution and other utilities, landscaping, and paving. -Must be comfortable working in team environment and with deadlines. -Excellent organizational, supervisory and decision making, and critical thinking skills essential. -Must be computer literate and receptive to emerging technology and software programs, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. -Ability to evaluate information and analyze problems logically to develop solutions. -Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and Outlook. -Excellent computer and math skills. -Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Construction Management or Architecture. -Well-developed interpersonal skills.

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About Simon Property Group

-Its portfolio spans regional malls, Premium Outlets, The Mills and international joint‑ventures across North America, Europe and Asia. -Typical projects include high‑end mall redevelopments, outlet expansions and mixed‑use transformations integrating retail, dining and entertainment. -The company led bold acquisitions—like Taubman, J.C. Penney and Forever 21—reshaping the retail landscape and rescuing distressed brands. -Specialises in experiential retail, blending shopping with food halls, theaters, EV charging stations and digital amenities. -Notably, its international joint ventures power premium outlet centers in Japan, South Korea and Europe, showcasing global reach.

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