Store Design and Planning Project Manager - HQ in Geneva

ppbHOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT? /b /ppAs a Store Design and Planning Project Manager, you will be the architectural heart of Piaget's global retail network. This pivotal role combines your architectural creativity with strategic project leadership, driving design excellence, innovation, and consistent implementation of Piaget's retail concept worldwide. You will guide regional project managers, ensuring every flagship, boutique, and shop-in-shop embodies our brand's architectural standards and delivers an unparalleled client experience. Prepare for regular international travel to shape our most prestigious projects. /ph3KEY RESPONSIBILITIES /h3h3Design Development: /h3ulliLead end-to-end design for Piaget Flagships, Boutiques, and Shop-in-Shops, from concept to approval. /liliEnsure designs embody Piaget's luxury identity, brand DNA, and deliver innovative client experiences. /liliManage external design specialists (architects, lighting, 3D artists). /liliOversee review of layouts, materials, mock-ups, and documentation. /liliCollaborate closely with internal Retail, VM, Marketing, Product, and Client Experience teams. /li /ulh3HQ Design Governance Brand Desirability: /h3ulliServe as HQ Design Authority for your region, guiding Regional Project Managers. /liliValidate architectural proposals and shop drawings, ensuring adherence to Piaget's WW Store Design Guidelines. /liliSupport regional teams in tendering, Value Engineering, and construction to protect design intent. /liliDrive continuous evolution of Piaget's retail concept, design standards, and technical guidelines. /liliLead aesthetic maintenance and minor works for boutiques across their lifecycle. /li /ulh3Project Leadership: /h3ulliLead strategic flagship and retail projects from concept through design validation. /liliCoordinate multidisciplinary consultants throughout the design process. /liliProvide design-centric review of project planning, budgets, and Value Engineering. /liliPresent designs at key Boutique Design Committee meetings and reviews. /liliChampion innovation, prototyping, and concept validation for future retail. /li /ulh3Innovation Continuous Improvement: /h3ulliResearch and integrate cutting-edge architectural trends, luxury retail concepts, materials, and technologies. /liliPromote sustainable design solutions and innovative construction methods. /liliDevelop new design details, furniture solutions, and retail standards. /li /ulh3Transversal Management: /h3ulliFoster strong cross-functional collaboration with internal Retail, Partner Network, VM, and Content teams. /liliBuild strategic relationships with external consultants, contractors, and partners. /liliShare best practices to continuously improve Store Planning processes and technical standards. /li /ulh3HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US? /h3h3Experience: /h3ulliMinimum 10 years in Architecture, Interior Architecture, or Retail Design, with at least 7 years specifically in luxury Store Design and Planning. /liliProven track record leading flagship retail projects and premium architectural developments within luxury or international premium brands. /liliDeep understanding of retail design development, construction detailing, and luxury client experience. /liliDemonstrated ability to coordinate multidisciplinary international teams and external consultants. /li /ulh3Technical Competencies: /h3ulliExceptional architectural design, space planning, and project management capabilities. /liliOutstanding presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. /liliProficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. /liliProfessional fluency in English and French is essential; additional languages are a plus. /li /ulh3Soft Skills: /h3ulliHighly creative with a strong sensitivity to luxury architecture and craftsmanship, capable of transforming concepts into exceptional retail experiences. /liliExcellent communication and influencing skills, thriving in multicultural environments. /liliStrong leadership, coordination, and ownership, inspiring and guiding regional teams. /liliCurious, innovative, and proactive, continuously seeking new architectural inspirations and managing multiple strategic projects simultaneously. /liliCollaborative, agile, and committed to continuous improvement. /li /ulh3STILL WONDERING WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY? /h3ullibA Welcoming Team: /bJoin our friendly, open-minded, and talented team, where your skills will be valued and your contributions will make a real difference. /lilibDynamic and Engaging Work: /bExperience daily activities that are interesting, challenging, and diverse, keeping you engaged and motivated. /lilibInvestment in Your Growth: /bWe are passionate about developing our people, and you will have access to various training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. /li /ulpThe Piaget culture of encouraging Extra-Care, fostering Mastery and bringing out the Extraordinary in our people, means that we will always go further, doing "what has never been done before". Together. If you want to become a part of it. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr