Architectural Standards Technical Manager

Architectural Standards Technical Manager

Because we strive to put people first.
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What’s a career at Primark all about? The positive impact you’re making, the experiences you’re having and the people you’re with. You’re our inspiration. Embrace what sets you apart, own your career and develop in ways you never expected. Leave your mark. And do it your way.

The Guru system is Primark’s architectural, shopfitting and Fixtures &Fittings platform, providing detailed information to all internal and external stakeholders globally who are involved in the construction of new stores, refits, retrofits and franchise, it is a key tool of Primark’s expansion roadmap.

This role manages all the architectural, shopfitting and services data held on guru. Responsible for generating all relevant information, page creation and data uploads and hyperlinks onto the beta guru system in line with agreed UI standards. Working closely with 3rd party technical team and internal construction and new store teams to ensure all information on guru accurate and up to date across all channels.

• Ownership of Architectural Standards
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  Lead the creation, management, and governance of all Primark architectural standards, including lighting, RCPs, façades, external signage, BOH/FOH details, flooring, shopfitting, and service areas (SCO, fitting rooms, cash desks).
• Shopfitting & Services Content Management
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  Own all shopfitting and services information (wall systems, fixed equipment, tills, fitting rooms, BOH, C&C), including technical drawings, 3D models, datasheets, registers, and feasibility/tender/production documentation.
• Cross‑Functional & External Collaboration
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  Act as the principal architectural contact, working cross‑functionally with construction, design, architects, and third parties to develop and refine all architectural and service details.
• Guru Platform Development & Governance
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  Create, test, manage, and maintain architectural, shopfit, and services content within Guru, including beta page creation, hyperlinking, formatting, PK code management, smart blocks, space testing, and adherence to Guru UI and rulebook standards.
• Quality Control & System Representation
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  Check, format, prepare, and upload content across all Guru channels (new stores, refits, retrofits, home stores, and new concepts), represent Guru at architectural forums, and incorporate feedback for continuous improvement.
• Training, Support & Lifecycle Management
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  Manage stakeholder briefing and content uploads, support system cost approvals, upskill technical support teams, and maintain the full database lifecycle, including version control and archiving of superseded information.

The world is changing and it’s important we support our colleagues. People are at the heart of what we do at Primark so it’s essential we provide the right environment for you to perform at your best.

That’s why we offer benefits that put you first.

Let’s talk lifestyle:
Healthcare, pension, and potential bonus. 27 days of leave, plus bank holidays and if you want, you can buy 5 more. Because Primark is all about tailoring to you, we offer Tax Saver Tickets, fitness centre, and a subsidised cafeteria.

Here at Primark, we want everyone to feel valued – so please bring your authentic self to work, of course with some other key experience and abilities for this role in particular:

• Qualifications &
  
  Experience:
  
  Degree in Architecture or Design (or minimum 5 years’ relevant retail design experience), with proven experience working on comparable retail systems and environments.
• Retail Architecture Expertise:
  Strong fluency across retail architecture and shopfitting, including Lighting, RCPs, Façades, External Signage, BOH/FOH standards, Flooring, F&F, and services (SCO, fitting rooms, cash desks).
• Technical & Design Capability:
  High level of design skill with solid knowledge of materials and construction methods; proficient in AutoCAD and MS Office, with Sketch Up and Adobe applications preferred.
• Project & Delivery Management:
  Strong project management capability, able to work under tight…