Manager, Retail Construction - Rhone Apparel, Inc.

About the Company: 

Founded in 2014, Rhone is a performance lifestyle brand dedicated to championing mental fitness. Engineered for optimal style, comfort, and performance, our clothing is designed to enhance every aspect of the active individual's life. Led by brothers Nate & Ben Checketts, Rhone is fueled by a clear vision: positively impacting lives through a commitment to physical and mental fitness, inspiring community, and crafting performance-driven products. Rhone's purpose is straightforward yet impactful: to inspire those who challenge themselves in their relentless pursuit of progress. In addition to a robust E-commerce business and a strong wholesale presence, Rhone currently has 15 retail stores across the U.S., all of which are used for building community through various initiatives such as the brand's signature Mind & Muscle events. 

Overview: 

The Manager, Retail Construction is responsible for the overall management of our NSO schedule. They collaborate with the corporate and store leadership teams to launch into new markets delivering on deadlines and budgets. 

What you’ll do: 

● Manage project teams consisting of architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders 

● Integrate multiple schedules into a master project schedule and coordinate both internal and external stakeholders 

● Estimate time and cost for each phase of the project to ensure that deadlines are met

● Monitor progress of projects to ensure adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards ● Create and maintain all documentation/ throughout NSO project 

● Manage and deliver upon NSO budgets reporting on any potential over spend clearly to the business 

● Facilitate and lead weekly NSO meetings to report on and detail the status of projects and highlighting any potential issues that may arise 

● Examine construction documentation including drawings, schedules, and scopes to ensure completeness and accuracy 

● Monitor project work with General Contractor 

● Coordination of all architectural and construction activities involved with the opening of Rhone’s retail store build outs 

● Confirm and verify permitting requirements related to the retail store build out

● Ensure on-time delivery of projects within budget and in accordance with compliance requirements and quality standards 

● Manage the NSO critical path liaising with internal partners and stakeholders such as finance, operations, legal and other teams relevant to retail store build outs as needed 

● Ensure all stakeholders review and approve accurate drawings of the proposed works

● Act as the escalation point for the brand and partners to mediate concern, and problem solve issues 

● Sourcing and coordination for all third parties, vendors, and service providers

● In partnership with VP of Retail, negotiation of bids from all third parties, vendors, and service providers 

● Manage capital spending of new Retail store build outs and ensure budgets are maintained

● Track all costs including review and approval of all project related invoices 

● Participate in cost estimate reviews and provide feedback on the final costs 

● Acquire documentations to ensure milestones for Tenant Improvement Allowances are achieved and brand is paid timely 

What you’ll bring: 

● 5 years of experience in project management with a strong construction background

● Computer literate with capability in email, Microsoft Office and related business and communication tools 

● Basic AutoCad – ability to prepare space plans and furnishing layouts 

● Strong understanding of Retail and Operational excellence 

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a meticulous attention to detail ● Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines 

● Experience working independently in an ambiguous environment with minimal supervision

● Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization

● Strong organizational and time management skills 

● Ability to travel extensively, flexible scheduling and work weekends when necessary

● Ability to lift boxes / weight of up to 30lb 

Attributes: 

● Entrepreneurial, creative and innovative mindset 

● Exhibits a strong sense of self-awareness 

● Embraces challenges and encourages others to do so 

● Adapts quickly and remains positive and solution-focused 

● Confident in taking initiative and identifying the appropriate course of action ● Demonstrated ability to build dynamic, high performing teams that align with company goals and values and are reflective of the communities we serve 

● Passionate about building a brand with purpose and demonstrating advocacy through business 

What you’ll get: 

● Access to benefits, including medical, dental, vision, & commuter benefits 

● 401K 

● Employee Assistance Program 

● Paid Time Off 

● Generous Holiday Schedule 

● Flexible schedule and work-from-home days 

● Company incentive plan 

● Parental Leave 

● Generous employee discount plus allotments

Job Type: Full time

Location: Remote

Reports To: VP, Retail