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Store Design & Construction Project Coordinator Jobs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada at MINISO Canada
Title: Store Design & Construction Project Coordinator
Company: MINISO Canada
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
We are looking for a Construction coordinator to join our team in Toronto. In this role, you will support store openings, renovations, maintenance, and construction projects. You will work closely with designers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are completed efficiently and meet company standards.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with external designers and internal merchandising/operations teams to develop and update fixture layout plans.
- Evaluate proposals and select general contractors and architects based on scope, cost, timeline, and qualifications.
- Review and approve detailed construction plans, schedules, permitting processes, and deliverables from general contractors.
- Review drawing packages according to Miniso global standards and local operational, design, and quality requirements, provide feedback to the Head of Store Development, and ensure complete drawing submissions.
- Maintain and manage store drawing databases and project documentation.
- Support the Legal team during lease setup by ensuring construction criteria and technical requirements are clearly defined.
- Travel to store locations to supervise fixture installations and guide contractors.
- Coordinate and resolve maintenance requests from operating stores.
- Support store renovation and image upgrade projects from design through execution.
- Manage project-related payment submissions and internal financial processes for store development and maintenance projects.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable local building codes, safety regulations, and jurisdictional requirements.
- Conduct final inspections with the general contractor to confirm readiness for store opening, including quality, code compliance, and maintenance standards.
- Lead post-projects reviews, analyzing budget and schedule variances, identifying root causes, and implementing process improvements.
- Perform other duties as reasonably assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in construction, store development, project coordination, or a related industry preferred.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
- Strong knowledge of architectural, engineering, and construction standards.
- Proven project management experience in construction and design environments.
- Formal project management training required; architectural or PM certification preferred.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, or similar design software is an asset. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously across varying levels of complexity.
- Experience working in multicultural and cross-functional environments.
- Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.
