At MINISO, we believe life is for fun We bring joy to everyday life through thoughtfully designed, affordable products and collaborations with some of the world’s most loved brands, from Disney and Sanrio to Barbie and beyond. With 8,600+ MINISO stores across more than 110 markets, we’re turning everyday shopping into a world of discovery, creativity and little moments of happiness. Now, we’re bringing that spirit to the next stage of our journey in Italy. With ambitious growth plans and a growing presence in the market, we’re building a team of people who want to make an impact, shape our future and grow with us. JOB TITLE: Construction Manager TYPE OF CONTRACT: Permanent (6 months probation)

LOCATION:
Milan with frequent travel across Italy SALARY &

BENEFITS:
€ 65.000
- 75.000 + 10% MBO + company car + meal vouchers The Role As Construction Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of our store construction, opening, maintenance and closure activities, as well as for leading and developing the Construction team. Reporting to the Regional General Manager, you will act as the central point of coordination between internal teams, including Global Store Development at HQ, and external partners. From the moment a lease agreement is signed, you will take ownership of the construction project, defining timelines, deadlines and key milestones, and ensuring that each phase is delivered on time, within budget and in accordance with the required quality standards. Your responsibility will continue beyond store opening, overseeing the ongoing maintenance and technical needs of both newly opened and existing stores to ensure that our retail locations remain safe, compliant, functional and aligned with the brand’s standards. You will also oversee the technical aspects of store closures and property handbacks, ensuring an efficient and compliant exit from the premises. Your Responsibilities
• Construction Project Management: Manage store construction, refurbishment and fit-out projects from initial planning through to completion, opening and handover, ensuring timelines, budgets and quality standards are met. The Miniso Land opening will be the first priority project.
• Project Coordination & Planning: Develop detailed project plans,



milestones and deadlines for each store opening, ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned on responsibilities and deliverables.
• Internal Team Coordination: Collaborate closely with all relevant internal teams to ensure the effective planning and execution of each project and a smooth transition from construction to store operations.
• External Partner & Contractor Management: Select, coordinate and monitor architects, contractors, fit-out agencies, maintenance providers and other external suppliers. Verify that partners meet the required professional, technical, legal and safety requirements and that all necessary documentation, qualifications and authorisations are in place.
• Regulatory Compliance & Health & Safety: Oversee construction and maintenance activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws, building regulations, permits, health and safety requirements and other relevant local requirements, working with specialised external professionals and consultants where required.
• Maintenance & Store Facilities: Take responsibility for the ongoing maintenance of opened and existing stores, coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance, repairs and technical interventions. Ensure issues are addressed promptly and effectively, minimising disruption to store operations.
• Store Closures & Handbacks: Manage the technical and construction-related aspects of store closures and property handbacks, from initial planning through to final handover to the landlord. Coordinate decommissioning, strip-out, reinstatement and repair works where required, ensuring that the premises are returned in accordance with lease obligations and agreed handback conditions. Manage contractors, timelines, costs and required documentation, working closely with internal stakeholders and landlords to ensure an efficient and compliant closure process.
• Supplier Performance: Monitor the quality,



reliability and performance of construction and maintenance partners, ensuring agreed service levels, timelines, costs and standards are respected.
• Risk Management: Identify potential construction, maintenance, compliance, cost or timing risks at an early stage and proactively implement appropriate solutions and corrective actions.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that construction works, fit-outs, refurbishments and maintenance activities meet the required quality standards and are consistent with the brand’s guidelines and expectations.
• Budget Control: Prepare and monitor construction and maintenance budgets, review supplier quotations and costs, and ensure efficient allocation of resources across store openings, maintenance, refurbishments and closures.
• Reporting: Provide regular updates to key stakeholders on project progress, budgets, risks, maintenance activities, store closures and outstanding technical matters.

Your Profile
• At least 8 years of experience as a Construction Manager, Project Manager or in a similar role, ideally within a multi-site retail environment.
• Proven experience managing store openings, fit-outs, refurbishments and maintenance activities.
• Good understanding of construction processes, contractor management, building regulations, permits and health & safety requirements.
• Experience managing and monitoring external contractors, architects, technical consultants and maintenance providers.
• Experience with permitting processes and fire safety approvals is essential. Registration as an architect or engineer will be considered an advantage.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple construction and maintenance projects simultaneously.
• Strong budget management and cost-control skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to coordinate different internal and external parties.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Fluency in Italian and English, both written and spoken.
• Proficiency in project management and Microsoft Office tools; experience with construction/project management software is considered an advantage.

📌 Construction Manager (Milano)
🏢 Miniso Italy
📍 Milano