Retail Banking Design & Construction Program Manager, VP

Citi

. Lead end-to-end delivery of retail branch construction and design projects across the West Coast .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeCalifornia • United StatesLead💰 $123,360 - $185,040 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in retail construction management, overseeing project delivery while ensuring compliance with industry standards and sustainability practices. Proficient in stakeholder engagement, project planning, and managing multi-million-dollar budgets across complex programs.

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Retail Construction ManagementProject ManagementLEED CertificationStakeholder EngagementBudget Forecasting

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningConstruction DeliveryRisk ManagementBid AnalysisVendor Management

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationInfluencing SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeMicrosoft ProjectProject Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

LEED CertificationEnergy Star Certification

Industry Keywords

Retail BankingSustainability StrategyGreen Building StandardsPermitting AuthoritiesFinancial Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end delivery of retail branch construction and design projects across the West Coast
Ensure timelines, specifications, quality standards, and budgets meet approved parameters
Manage outsourced project management providers and external vendors
Develop and maintain project plans covering scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, communication, and roles
Secure stakeholder commitment at each project stage
Coordinate with Capital Projects, Real Estate, Finance, Strategy, and Citi Realty Services teams
Advance project approvals, capital expenditure proposals, and portfolio-level budget forecasting
Oversee compliance with corporate and jurisdictional requirements, including permits, design approvals, fire safety, sanitary standards, and premises occupation conditions
Drive sustainability strategy for retail construction, including green building best practices and benchmarking programs
Oversee LEED Certification, Energy Star, and Net Zero targets
Build and maintain executive reporting processes, dashboards, performance metrics, and monthly management reviews
Report to the Program Director for Retail Design and Construction
Partner with US Personal Banking to shape and execute a large-scale retail program

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–10 years of experience in retail construction management
Demonstrated history delivering multi-million-dollar projects on time and within budget
At least 5 years of experience managing project management staff and outsourced delivery teams across complex, large-scale programs
Thorough knowledge of the retail banking sector
Ability to align construction delivery with strategic branding and evolving industry standards
Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and external partners through clear written, verbal, and presentation communication
Ability to analyze bids, evaluate contractor qualifications, and review requests for proposals across construction, consulting, and vendor services
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft Project, and industry-standard project management tools
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
Candidates should reside within reasonable commuting distance of the San Francisco Bay Area or Los Angeles area
Ability to travel regularly to construction sites, typically weekly
Familiarity with green building standards such as LEED, Energy Star, or Net Zero frameworks
Experience navigating governmental and non-governmental permitting authorities across multiple jurisdictions
Experience working within or alongside financial services organizations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full remote working flexibility
Ownership of a high-profile, strategically significant program with direct visibility to senior leadership
Access to learning and professional development resources
Comprehensive financial wellbeing support, including competitive compensation and long-term financial planning benefits
Wellbeing and work-life balance initiatives
Opportunity to contribute to sustainability goals through green building programs
Medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
Life, accident, and disability insurance
Wellness programs
Paid vacation/planned time off
Sick leave/unplanned time off
Paid holidays
Discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards may be available for eligible employees