Richemont Store Design & Planning Project Manager
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
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.
Cartier Store Design & Planning Project Manager in Dubai – manage boutique projects & maintenance across MEIAT.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage specialist POS openings, relocations and renovations from feasibility through construction and handover
- Assess project costs, timelines and site requirements, providing recommendations at feasibility stage
- Coordinate with Central SDP, landlords, architects and local teams to define project requirements and ensure alignment with Cartier standards
- Review layouts, technical drawings and construction documentation throughout all project phases
- Manage project schedules, budgets, tenders and contractors, ensuring delivery within agreed quality, cost and timing
- Coordinate permits, procurement and installation with external partners and internal teams including Retail, IT, Security, Logistics, Marketing and Procurement
- Lead and continuously improve maintenance procedures and quality standards across Cartier boutiques in the region
- Coordinate maintenance works, light upgrades and internal modifications while minimizing disruption to boutique operations
- Partner with Boutique Managers to identify maintenance requirements and follow through on corrective actions
- Build and manage a reliable network of contractors and vendors across markets, overseeing budgets, contracts and costs
- Conduct regular boutique condition audits and monitor maintenance performance and recurring issues
- Ensure Cartier's architectural, design and brand standards are consistently applied across projects and the existing boutique network
- Act as a key point of coordination between Central SDP, regional and local teams, boutiques and external partners
- Support the SDP team on boutique projects, special events and launches across the region
Qualifications
- University degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Interior Design or a related field
- Experience in store planning, project management or facilities/maintenance management, ideally within luxury retail or high-end hospitality
- Experience managing projects from design through construction and handover, with exposure to multi-site maintenance
- Strong understanding of architectural detailing, finishes, MEP systems and retail construction and maintenance methods
- Proficiency in AutoCAD; knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Project is advantageous
- Strong budget, vendor and project management skills
- Detail and result-oriented, with excellent organization, communication and stakeholder management skills
- Comfortable with regular travel across the MEIAT region
Skills
Experience
Experience in store planning, project management or facilities/maintenance management, ideally within luxury retail or high-end hospitality, with demonstrated ability to manage projects from design through construction and handover with exposure to multi-site maintenance operations.
Education
University degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Interior Design or a related field.
Workplace
This position is based in Dubai, Dubai, UAE.
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
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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