Project Manager-Branded Retail Environments

Act as the day-to-day point of contact and trusted advisor for assigned retail clients, owning both the relationship and the quality of creative and production outcomes.

Provide consultative guidance on visual design direction, materials, substrates, fixture finishes, signage systems, and environmental graphics in support of store renovation and brand refresh programs.

Interpret design concepts, construction documents, and brand standards into clear, production-ready specifications — bridging the gap between creative intent and manufacturing reality.

Participate in and lead design review sessions and working meetings with clients, facilitating creative discussion, presenting options, and guiding decisions with well-reasoned design and value rationale.

Develop comprehensive project scopes, ensuring clarity of requirements, assumptions, and constraints.

Establish project plans to control scope, schedule, timelines, budget, and other success criteria throughout the life of the project with company stakeholders (Account Executives, Customers, Leadership, etc.).

Monitor and regularly report project progress and manage roadblocks and risks

Enter project plans and team member allocation into company project management tools

Proactively identify opportunities to introduce new materials, formats, or design approaches that enhance the client's in-store experience.

Partner with the in-house design team to initiate design concepts

Lead value engineering efforts on renovation and décor programs — evaluating existing design specifications and identifying alternative materials, substrates, construction methods, or production approaches that reduce cost while preserving brand integrity.

Translate client briefs and renovation goals into actionable design concepts and production-ready solutions in collaboration with Imagine's Studio, Engineering, and Sourcing teams.

Develop and present décor solution recommendations for store renovation projects, including fixture finishes, signage systems, environmental graphics, and branded environmental elements.

Oversee client-facing estimates, budgets, approvals, and scope changes throughout the program lifecycle, collaborating closely with Account Managers who manage internal purchase orders, change orders, and project documentation.

Track milestones and proactively communicate progress, risks, and changes to all internal and client stakeholders.

Manage client feedback cycles and revision processes, balancing creative integrity with client objectives, budget parameters, and production feasibility.

Support new concept development and ideation, contributing to pitch materials, mockups, and design presentations as required.

Support installation planning, including site-specific constraints, phasing, and remodel schedules.

Conduct post-installation reviews and manage punch list and closeout activities.

Identify opportunities for process improvements, efficiencies, and value engineering when appropriate.

The Imagine Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The national pay range for this role is listed below. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. Imagine offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.