Position Summary
The Design Project Manager is responsible for managing the planning, due diligence, site layout development, consultant coordination, and design execution of Murphy USA's store development projects. This role supports strategic growth initiatives, including interior equipment and layout optimization and prototype deployment programs, by ensuring high-quality, timely, and cost-effective design deliverables from project initiation through construction document completion.
The Design Project Manager serves as the primary point of coordination between Store Development, Real Estate, Construction, Operations, external architects, engineers, and consultants to advance projects through the design process while maintaining compliance with Murphy USA standards, schedules, and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Due Diligence
Manage multiple development projects simultaneously from site acquisition through construction document issuance.
Partner with Real Estate and Development teams to evaluate prospective locations and redevelopment opportunities.
Site Layout & Design Coordination
Co-develop preliminary site layouts and conceptual plans for new store (NTIs) and redevelopment projects.
Coordinate design activities with architectural, civil, structural, MEP, signage, and specialty consultants.
Ensure layouts comply with Murphy USA operational requirements& prototype standards.
Facilitate design reviews and incorporate stakeholder feedback into project deliverables.
Consultant & Deliverable Management- interior equipment and layout optimization program
Manage consultant schedules, budgets, and design deliverables.
Review plans for completeness, constructability, quality, and standards compliance.
Track project milestones and maintain accountability for on-time delivery.
Coordinate responses to design comments and review cycles.
Construction Document Development
Oversee preparation of permit and construction drawing packages.
Coordinate revisions resulting from jurisdictional reviews, value engineering efforts, field conditions, and stakeholder input.
Support bidding and pre-construction activities by ensuring accurate and complete documentation.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Serve as a liaison between Design, Construction, Procurement, Operations, Development, Marketing, and external partners.
Participate in project status meetings and provide updates on schedule, risks, and deliverables.
Support implementation of prototype updates and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, or a related field preferred.
Experience
5+ years of experience in architectural design, project management, store development, retail development, or related disciplines.
Experience coordinating consultants and managing commercial construction projects.
Experience producing or reviewing site plans, construction drawings, and permit documents.
Convenience retail, fuel retail, restaurant, or commercial development experience preferred.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in architectural design, project management, store development, retail development, or related disciplines
- Experience coordinating consultants and managing commercial construction projects
- Experience producing or reviewing site plans, construction drawings, and permit documents
- Convenience retail, fuel retail, restaurant, or commercial development experience
What We Do
Murphy USA (NYSE: MUSA) is a leading retailer of gasoline and convenience merchandise with more than 1,700 stores located primarily in the Southwest, Southeast, Midwest and Northeast United States. The Company and its team of over 17,000 employees serve an estimated two million customers each day through its network of retail gasoline and convenience stores in 27 states. The majority of Murphy USA's stores are located in close proximity to Walmart Supercenters, but we also operate standalone stores that market gasoline and other products under the Murphy USA, Murphy Express, and QuickChek brands. Murphy USA ranks 214 among Fortune 500 companies. Such exponential growth speaks to Murphy’s commitment to provide quality fuels, convenient locations and best-in-class customer service. Today, the company continues to move forward for the benefit of its customers, investors, employees and other valued partners by making solid alliances, responsible investments and smarter business practices.
