Chanel Project Manager — Boutique Architecture

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.

1. 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.
2. Develop and manage project programmes, detailed schedules and critical-path tracking; coordinate milestones with internal stakeholders and external consultants.
3. Oversee technical design review, approvals, construction documentation and procurement of FF&E and specialist finishes in line with Chanel specifications.
4. Manage tendering processes, contractor selection, contract administration and on-site execution including quality control and HSE compliance.
5. Control project budgets and cost reporting; prepare forecasts, change-order evaluations and commercial justifications for senior review.
6. Act as the primary interface between regional retail, store operations, creative/design and local authorities to secure permits and ensure regulatory compliance.
7. Conduct site inspections, snagging, commissioning and handover; prepare installation guidelines and post-occupancy follow-up.
8. Drive continuous improvement of delivery processes and knowledge transfer across projects and markets.

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

1. AutoCAD
2. Revit
3. BIM
4. MS Project
5. Microsoft Excel
6. Construction management
7. Tendering and contract administration
8. Budgeting and cost control
9. Technical drawing review
10. Stakeholder coordination

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.

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

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.