Richemont Senior Manager, Store Planning & Construction
About Richemont
Richemont is one of the world’s foremost luxury groups, stewarding a distinguished portfolio of maisons across jewellery, watchmaking, fashion and accessories, including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Montblanc. As an employer, it combines the heritage of artisanal excellence with a forward-looking culture shaped by innovation, client-centricity and responsible business. Its global teams operate in an environment that values craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and collaboration, offering opportunities to grow within iconic maisons and group functions alike. Richemont attracts professionals who aspire to contribute to enduring luxury, preserving rare savoir-faire while helping define the future of high craftsmanship.
Senior Manager, Store Planning & Construction role at Richemont in New York. Lead luxury retail real estate projects.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead the strategic planning and execution of new store openings and flagship renovations across multiple luxury brand portfolios
- Manage vendor relationships including architects, contractors, and construction firms; oversee budgets, timelines, and quality standards
- Develop store design concepts that balance brand aesthetic with operational efficiency and customer experience requirements
- Collaborate with merchandising, visual presentation, and finance teams to align store construction with brand positioning and financial objectives
- Monitor regulatory compliance, building codes, and sustainability standards across all projects
- Prepare detailed project briefs, timelines, and cost analyses for executive review and approval
Qualifications
- 15+ years of experience in real estate development, store planning, or retail construction management
- Proven track record leading large-scale capital projects with budgets exceeding $10 million
- Strong knowledge of luxury retail environments and brand-driven design principles
- Advanced proficiency in project management software and CAD/architectural visualization tools
- Demonstrated ability to work across global markets and manage multi-stakeholder environments
Skills
Experience
15+ years in real estate development, store planning, retail construction, or related commercial real estate management roles, with proven expertise in leading complex capital projects for luxury retail or hospitality brands.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Real Estate Development, or related field; MBA or advanced credential in Project Management preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in New York, New York, USA.
Culture
Richemont fosters a refined, international workplace where its Maisons preserve exceptional craftsmanship while benefiting from the strength and perspective of a global luxury group. As an employer, it values long-term stewardship, collaboration, innovation, and the development of talent within an environment shaped by heritage, creativity, and high standards.
About Cerulean
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