Junior Project Manager, Store Planning & Maintenance

The present and future of Audemars Piguet are built on the invaluable contributions of all our talents. Inspired by the wealth of our past, we are excited about the endless possibilities that our future holds. Together, we are resolutely forward-thinking and strive for excellence in all areas of our business.

If this journey inspires you, come chart your own path within our family and let’s continue creating the extraordinary. Together, let's write the next chapter of your career!

The Junior Project Manager, Store Planning & Maintenance is responsible for overseeing maintenance and facility projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. This role will negotiate and partner with vendors and contractors to expedite projects on a national, regional and store level. The Store Maintenance Manager will prioritize urgent needs at boutiques, AP houses, and the NYC and Miami offices and coordinate effectively with Store Management, Visual Merchandising, Retail Operations and other internal partners to meet timelines and budget goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning & Organization

• Develop and manage daily and annual workflows for maintenance activities.
• Set priorities and establish objectives for upcoming projects.

Maintenance Management

• Address all facility issues reported by boutiques and provide strategic solutions.
• Engage and manage vendors and contractors to ensure projects meet deadlines and are cost-effective.
• Create and oversee budgets and timelines for all upcoming projects.
• Document and store all vendor contracts and renewals within the CLM platform.
• Maintain consistent follow-up with vendors and agencies executing projects.
• Schedule maintenance during hours that minimize impact on store operations.
• Assess and communicate the nature of electric, plumbing, and HVAC issues to appropriate vendors.
• Prioritize and address health, safety, and code compliance concerns, including fire and building codes.

Communication

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Store Management across AP locations (houses & boutiques) and with Regional Managers.
• Keep all stakeholders updated on project progress.
• Provide status updates as requested by senior management.
• Coordinate with third parties (e.g., building owners, city officials) as necessary for project execution.

Operations & Administration

• Manage and track the maintenance budget.
• Follow up with vendors regarding site visits and status of maintenance projects.
• Maintain records of unique maintenance needs (A/C, HVAC, fixtures, etc.) for each location.
• Issue monthly reports detailing maintenance activities, costs, and time spent per store.

Legal Compliance

• Ensure compliance with ADA codes, such as accessibility, clear pathways, and operational elevators.
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and customers.

Store Planning

• Support pre-construction activities (survey, collecting documents from the LL, preliminary information from the others department etc.)
• Manage and coordinate the onsite construction activities.
• Work with company management, GC, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure projects are completed on schedule, in budget and with quality that meets company standards.

• High School Diploma required, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in project management or facilities maintenance.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Highly organized with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD preferred.

Audemars Piguet offers a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package. The salary range for this position is $80k-$100k annually. This role is eligible for bonus. Salary will be negotiated based on relevant skills and experience.

Audemars Piguet is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Audemars Piguet hires without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

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