- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
About Balenciaga
Founded by Cristóbal Balenciaga in 1917 and part of Kering, Balenciaga is one of fashion’s most influential houses, renowned for architectural cut, uncompromising craft, and a continual redefinition of modern luxury. As an employer, the House offers a demanding yet inspiring environment where heritage ateliers, bold creative vision, and global business expertise meet. Teams across design, product development, merchandising, retail, client engagement, communications, and corporate functions are encouraged to combine precision with experimentation, agility with excellence. Balenciaga seeks individuals who are culturally aware, rigorous, collaborative, and ready to contribute to a maison that shapes the conversation of contemporary fashion while respecting the discipline of couture.
Balenciaga seeks a Project Officer reporting to the Architecture Project Manager in China, responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing luxury-store construction, maintenance, refurbishment, and closure projects. The role coordinates with headquarters, local vendors, landlords, and regional and cross-functional teams, while managing quality, budgets, schedules, and sustainability initiatives.
Role & Responsibilities
- Oversee maintenance operations across all retail stores.
- Control maintenance workflows, quality standards, and project budgets.
- Coordinate maintenance schedules and requirements with cross-functional teams across Mainland China.
- Liaise between headquarters and local vendors on sustainability initiatives, and monitor and drive store-level energy optimization and energy-saving improvements.
- Support the Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager on new projects, including material sourcing, statutory submission documentation, and payment administration.
- Assist with store refurbishment projects, partnering with the APAC regional team and headquarters from layout design through handover and completion.
- Lead store closure projects, aligning return conditions and timelines with headquarters, internal stakeholders, and landlords; run tender processes and oversee end-to-end delivery through handover to the landlord.
- Plan, execute, and oversee the construction of luxury stores from inception to completion, ensuring consistency with Balenciaga’s image and standards and corporate guidelines.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Studies, Interior Design, or a related discipline.
- At least 8 years of proven project management experience in China, preferably in retail and/or shopping mall environments.
- Prior experience in commercial fit-out or decoration project design is advantageous.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to work to an intense schedule.
- Resourcefulness and excellent communication skills.
- Good command of both English and Chinese.
Skills
Experience
At least 8 years of proven project management experience in China, preferably in retail and/or shopping mall environments.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Studies, Interior Design, or a related discipline.
Workplace
This position is based in Shanghai, Shanghai, China.
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Culture
Balenciaga fosters a bold, forward-thinking workplace where creativity, experimentation, and cultural awareness drive the evolution of contemporary luxury. As an employer, the House encourages collaboration across disciplines, empowering teams to challenge convention while upholding exceptional standards of craftsmanship, precision, and brand integrity.
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