Architectural Project Manager

Position Overview

The Architectural Project Manager oversees the architectural project development for Burlington’s downsizes, and remodels. The APM will oversee our direct‑hired architectural teams and coordinate with landlord‑hired architects through the architectural development of each project until handoff to the construction team. The APM will be responsible for visiting sites with architects, contracting with our direct‑hired architects, coordinating CD development, permitting, review and redline of all construction documents, updating all project data in Lucernex, tracking and managing all soft costs and invoices on their projects to stay within budget.

The APM will also coordinate with our internal prototype design team on any drawing‑related issues that could create issues in the field. The APM will be the primary point of contact for cross‑departmental collaboration to deliver stores to the construction team in an expeditious manner. Candidate may be located anywhere in the US—EST/CST preference.

Visit potential store sites to assess existing conditions, verify scope of work provided by the pre‑development team, and confirm that the proposed feasibility plan is adequate. At peak times the APM will assist the pre‑development team in completing the scope‑of‑work document and photo documentation of project sites. For turnkey projects, coordinate with the landlord’s architect/engineer and landlord on the schedule for construction document completion and permitting, reporting back to internal partners any risk to project schedules.

This position has complete responsibility for all architectural project management related to new stores, downsizes, and remodels. Must collaborate with real estate directors, store planning managers and pre‑development scope team to ensure lease work letter, design of store block plan, and scope of work for new stores, remodels, and downsizes are all aligned. The APM will have significant involvement with Real Estate, Facilities, Loss Prevention, Information Technology, Construction and Store Innovation teams.

Must be process oriented, capable of solving design and construction problems, knowledgeable about MEP systems, and able to negotiate with landlords on scope of work and lease language.

Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in Architecture. Five (5+) years of experience in architectural and/or construction management with a major retail brand or design firm; five (5+) years of architectural experience and proficiency with architectural construction documents.

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs, database‑type applications, and project management software such as Plangrid.
• Knowledgeable with Bluebeam.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong role model that embraces and demonstrates support for company vision & values.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with business partners.
• Ability to develop, drive and implement strategy.
• Sound understanding of the retail / store planning & design / construction industry.
• Effectively and strategically work in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment to deliver department and corporate objectives.

Compensation Range: $95,000.00 – $.

Competitive wages, flexible hours, and associate discount. The Burlington benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, including life and disability insurance. Full‑time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.

Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job‑related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.