About the Role

Future World India is looking for a hands-on Store Development & Projects Manager to manage the development and execution of our retail stores across India.

The person will be responsible for taking a store project from initial site assessment and store brief through civil work, interiors, vendor coordination and final handover, ensuring that the store is completed on time, within budget and as per the required design and quality standards.

We are looking for someone with strong practical knowledge of construction and interiors. The candidate does not necessarily need to be a qualified architect or a highly technical designer. Hands-on execution experience is a must.

The ideal candidate should be someone who can visit a site, understand what needs to be done, prepare a practical execution plan, coordinate contractors and vendors, solve problems on-site and deliver a

fully completed, opening-ready retail store .

Key Responsibilities

1. Store Brief & Site AssessmentVisit prospective store locations and assess the site from a construction and execution perspective.Prepare detailed

store development briefs

covering civil, interiors, electrical, HVAC, lighting, signage, storage, back-office and other requirements.Understand business and operational requirements and translate them into practical store requirements.Coordinate with architects, interior designers and consultants wherever required.Review proposed layouts and identify practical execution issues before work begins.

2. Civil & Interior ExecutionTake ownership of all civil and interior execution activities, including:FlooringFalse ceilingsWalls and partitionsCivil modificationsPainting and finishesCarpentry and furnitureGlass workElectrical workLightingHVACPlumbingFire-safety-related worksSignage and façadeFixtures and other retail fit-outsThe candidate should be able to

understand drawings and specifications and translate them into actual site execution.

3. Contractor & Vendor ManagementIdentify and coordinate civil contractors, interior contractors and specialist vendors.Obtain and compare quotations.Prepare / review

BOQs, measurements and cost estimates .Negotiate with contractors and vendors.Allocate work and monitor contractor performance.Ensure contractors maintain agreed timelines and quality standards.Develop a reliable vendor/contractor network across key cities.

4. Project ManagementManage projects from





site handover to store opening .Prepare project timelines and execution schedules.Monitor daily/weekly progress.Coordinate multiple contractors and agencies working simultaneously.Identify potential delays and take corrective action.Escalate major issues and provide practical solutions.Maintain project documentation, estimates, BOQs, quotations and completion records.Ensure projects are completed within the approved budget.

5. Cost ControlPrepare preliminary project cost estimates.Track project expenditure against approved budgets.Identify opportunities for cost optimisation without compromising quality.Check contractor bills and measurements.Control variations, additional works and project overruns.Ensure commercial terms agreed with contractors are adhered to.

6. Quality ControlConduct regular site inspections.Check workmanship, materials, dimensions and finishes.Ensure execution matches approved drawings/design standards.Identify defects and coordinate corrective action.Prepare snag lists and ensure timely closure.Conduct final quality checks before store handover.

7. Store Opening & HandoverCoordinate with internal teams including Retail Operations, IT, Security, Visual Merchandising and other stakeholders.Ensure all civil/interior works are completed before the committed opening date.Coordinate final testing and commissioning wherever required.Ensure the store is

100% ready for merchandising and operations .Complete project handover and close all pending issues.

Ideal CandidateWe are looking for a

hands-on project execution professional , rather than someone whose experience is limited to preparing drawings.The ideal candidate should:Have strong practical knowledge of

civil construction and commercial interiors .Have experience executing

retail stores, showrooms, offices, restaurants, commercial spaces or similar projects .Be comfortable spending significant time at project sites.Understand architectural/interior drawings and be able to coordinate their execution.Have good knowledge of civil, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, flooring, ceiling, lighting and finishing works.Understand BOQs,



measurements, estimates and contractor bills.Have robust contractor and vendor management skills.Be a good negotiator.Be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Be willing to travel extensively for store projects.Have the ability to independently resolve day-to-day site issues.

QualificationA formal architecture degree is

not mandatory .Candidates with the following backgrounds may be considered:Diploma / Degree in Civil EngineeringInterior DesignArchitectureConstruction ManagementDiploma in Civil / Interior-related fieldsOther relevant qualifications with strong practical experience

Preferred ExperiencePreference will be given to candidates who have worked in:Retail store developmentPremium retailElectronics / mobile / technology retailFashion or lifestyle retailShowroomsShopping mallsCommercial interiorsMulti-location retail projectsExperience in executing

multiple stores across different cities

will be a strong advantage.

Key SkillsEssential:Civil constructionRetail/interior fit-outsContractor managementVendor managementBOQ & estimationSite supervisionProject schedulingCost controlQuality controlDrawing interpretationProblem solvingDesirable:AutoCAD – basic/intermediateMS ExcelProject planning toolsMEP knowledgeMall/landlord coordinationKnowledge of retail design standards

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)The candidate will be responsible for:On-time completion of storesProject cost within approved budgetQuality of civil and interior executionReduction in rework and project delaysEffective contractor/vendor managementTimely resolution of site issuesCompliance with approved store design standardsStore readiness before committed opening date

What We Are Looking ForThe ideal candidate is someone who can

own the entire execution process .Someone who can walk into an empty retail space and say:“This is what needs to be done, this is how we will execute it, these are the contractors/vendors required, this is the estimated cost, this is the timeline, and I will ensure the store is ready for opening on time.”We value

practical knowledge, ownership, execution capability and problem-solving ability

more than titles or academic qualifications.Important NoteThis is not a pure architecture/design position.The role is primarily focused on

store development, civil & interior execution, contractor management and project delivery.

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