Project Manager - New Store Openings at DOGTOPIA ENTERPRISES LLC

Phoenix, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Coordination, Organization, Communication, Risk Management, Timeline Management, Accountability, Vendor Coordination, Franchise Support, Construction Knowledge, Supply Chain Management, Operational Readiness, Status Reporting, Task Tracking, Follow-Up, Team Collaboration

Industry

Pet Services

Description

Description Dogtopia is the leading dog daycare brand in North America. Our purpose is simple and meaningful: To help dogs and their families live long, healthy, happy lives. We do that by providing safe, structured, and enriching daycare environments where dogs can socialize, exercise, and thrive. As we grow, opening new Dogtopia locations allows us to serve more dogs, support more families, and positively impact more communities. New store openings are not just construction projects; they are how our purpose comes to life. Role Overview The Project Manager, New Store Openings plays a critical role in bringing new Dogtopia locations to life. This position is responsible for coordinating and driving execution of all activities required to open new stores, from lease execution through grand opening. This role serves as the central point of coordination across internal Dogtopia teams, franchisees, and external partners. The Project Manager ensures timelines are met, tasks are completed, risks are identified early, and nothing falls through the cracks. This is a hands-on execution role focused on clarity, accountability, and delivery. Key Responsibilities New Store Opening Execution Manage multiple Dogtopia New Store Opening projects simultaneously Own the end-to-end opening timeline from final site selection through grand opening Build, maintain, and actively manage detailed project plans and milestones Cross-Functional Coordination Serve as the central point of coordination across Dogtopia Real Estate, Design & Construction, Supply Chain, Operations, Training, Marketing, and external vendors, driving accountability and ensuring deadlines are met Coordinate closely with franchisees to ensure responsibilities, timelines, and requirements are clearly understood Drive clean handoffs between each phase of the opening lifecycle Tracking, Follow-Up & Accountability Track every task, owner, and due date with precision Follow up consistently to ensure commitments are met Identify risks, bottlenecks, and delays early and escalate when needed Push teams and partners to deliver while maintaining productive working relationships Opening Readiness & Launch Manage opening readiness checklists and pre-opening requirements Coordinate system setup, supply readiness, training completion, and operational sign-offs Support grand opening execution and transition to ongoing operations Communication & Reporting Provide clear, concise status updates to Dogtopia leadership and stakeholders Maintain accurate documentation of progress, risks, and decisions Ensure leadership has visibility into timeline health and opening readiness at all times What Success Looks Like Dogtopia locations open on time, or earlier Franchisees know exactly what is expected of them and by when Risks and issues are surfaced early, not discovered at the last minute Leadership has confidence and clarity around NSO progress Requirements Required 3–5 years of project management or project coordination experience Experience managing timelines across multiple internal teams and external partners Strong organizational, tracking, and follow-through skills Comfortable holding others accountable to deadlines Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills Preferred Experience supporting retail, hospitality, or franchise new store openings Familiarity with construction, permitting, or vendor coordination Experience working in a multi-location or franchise environment Benefits 10 paid holidays Medical, Dental & Vision 401K employer contribution after one year of employment 2 weeks’ paid vacation Bonus Potential $1,000 annual health and wellness cash benefit for gym membership or healthcare

Responsibilities

The Project Manager is responsible for coordinating all activities required to open new Dogtopia locations, ensuring timelines are met and tasks are completed. This includes managing project plans, coordinating with various teams, and tracking progress to ensure successful openings.