Director of Store Construction

As we grow our retail footprint in key markets, we’re looking for a hands-on, experienced leader to step in as our Director of Store Construction. You’ll be the go-to for bringing our new stores to life and keeping remodels on point—making sure every space reflects our brand, runs on time, and stays on budget.Rooted in the spirit of California and built around a belief in timeless design, our spaces reflect the same care and craft as our clothes. This role is about more than just building stores; it’s about helping shape environments that feel effortless, elevated, and built to last.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end store construction processes, including pre-construction planning, bidding, budgeting, scheduling, execution, and close-out
• Manage general contractors, architects, engineers, and other external partners to ensure timely and on-budget delivery
• Partner closely with internal cross-functional teams including Real Estate, Store Design, Finance, Retail Operations, and Visual Merchandising
• Oversee permitting, landlord coordination, and compliance with local building codes and regulations
• Develop and manage construction budgets, forecasts, and reporting tools to drive cost efficiency
• Establish and implement construction standards and best practices that support scalability
• Provide leadership and mentorship to a growing construction and New Store Opening team
• Identify and troubleshoot issues proactively and provide solutions that minimize disruption to timelines or budgets
• Evaluate construction quality and ensure brand consistency across all retail locations

Required Skills

• 6+ years of progressive experience in retail construction or project management, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity
• Proven success in managing multi-site retail expansion
• Deep understanding of construction project phases, from design review through store opening
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing complex budgets and vendor negotiations
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Effective communicator and cross-functional collaborator
• Travel up to 30–40% required, depending on project locations

Founded in 2013 by Sasha Koehn and Erik Allen Ford, Buck Mason makes simplified clothing for the modern man. At the heart of everything we do is the unclouded California ethos of quality, restraint, and integrity. We take iconic pieces and reconstruct them in hard-wearing fabrics, with timeless details, and the perfect fit. Our goal is to offer fashion that is less complicated, building pared-down essentials that live beyond a single season. With its corporate offices headquartered in Los Angeles, Buck Mason's retail footprint extends from sea to sea, through e-commerce and brick-and-mortar locations in Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Brooklyn, and more. Join us at Buck Mason, where style meets substance, and every team member plays a vital role in our success. Ready to make your mark? Apply now!