Real Estate Project Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership
• Lead retail & related projects in the South Asia region, covering new boutiques, renovations, expansions, and retail environment upgrades.
• Manage the project lifecycle: feasibility, brief draft, design coordination, budgeting, scheduling, tender process, construction management, and handover to Retail Operations.
• Build accurate budgets (cost estimations) and execute projects within the envelope.
• Ensure execution aligns with Hermes standards, regional requirements, and HI guidelines.
• Coordinate with architects, specialty designers, engineering consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Provide concise updates to the real estate organization & subsidiary management.
• Design & Technical Coordination
• Review architectural drawings, technical packages, shop drawings, material samples, and specifications.
• Conduct site reviews to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with design intent.
• Provide local insights and technical feedback to HI and RDAI.
• Minor Works & Store Improvement Projects
• Lead minor enhancement projects such as store refresh, fixture improvements, staff amenity upgrades, and small-scale spatial changes.
• Coordinate logistics, timelines, and contractor management for fast-track projects.
• Regional Maintenance & Safety Programs
• Oversee maintenance programs across the store network, ensuring compliance with Hermes guidelines.
• Educate and support local teams on maintenance protocols; conduct periodic inspections.
• Prioritize safety, accessibility, and operational performance in all project scopes.
• Cross-Functional & Regional Collaboration
• Work closely with Legal, Retail Operations, Merchandising, VM and Finance teams on project needs.
• Participate in HCT network exchanges and regional seminars.
• Maintain strong relationships with HI Real Estate, RDAI, and subsidiary management teams.
• Sustainability & Compliance
• Support sustainability initiatives “Harmonie” in retail design, materials, construction methods, and operations.
• Assist in the qualification of local suppliers and perform factory evaluations where needed.
• Documentation & Asset Management
• Maintain accurate digital archives of drawings, design specifications, project histories, and permits.
• Track project budgets, schedules, and administrative documentation.
  
  

Requirements & Skills

Professional Experience

• 5–8 years of experience in architecture, interior design, or construction project management—preferably with luxury retail or commercial interiors.
• Ideal to be an architect with professional practice experience.
• Proven experience managing full-cycle architectural projects across multiple markets or countries.
  
  

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of architectural design, detailing, materials, and construction methods.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Microsoft Project, Adobe Photoshop, and relevant technical tools.
• Ability to read and produce detailed drawings, schedules, and specifications.
  
  

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Excellent organizational skills; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across departments and cultures.
  
  

A creator, artisan and seller of high-quality objects since 1837, Hermès is an independent, family-owned French house that employs nearly 25,185 people worldwide. Driven by its permanent entrepreneurial spirit and consistently high standards, Hermès cultivates the freedom and autonomy of each individual through responsible management. The company perpetuates the transmission of exceptional know-how through strong territorial anchoring that respects people and resources. Sixteen artisanal métiers feed the creativity of the house, whose collections are presented in over 300 stores around the world.