Retail Park is a commercial facility development & management company established in 2020. Following its construction in 2022, the company operates West Park, Albania’s premier retail park in Korça, housing a diverse array of large-format retailers such as supermarkets, home interior, toys, fashion, and electronics stores. Part of BALFIN Group, Retail Park aims to expand these pioneering retail spaces in commercial zones strategically positioned on the outskirts of urban areas in Albania and North Macedonia.

BALFIN Group is one of the leading investment groups in the Western Balkans region, embodying international standards with local expertise. Founded in 1993 in Vienna by Samir Mane, today, the Group has a presence in 11 countries, Austria, Albania, Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Switzerland, Croatia, the Netherlands, USA, and Canada. BALFIN, a diversified group active in real estate, wholesale and retail, banking, asset management, tourism, education, and logistics, employs approximately 5,000 people. Total Group’s Assets (including financial institution) is €2.2 billion, as of 2023 data.

Position:           Project Coordinator

Location:          BALFIN Retail Offices, Tirana

Department:     Project Management

Reports to:       Constructions Project Manager

Job Summary:

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for supporting real estate/retail park projects, coordinating project activities and outcomes, managing timelines, and overseeing all aspects of pre-development and construction projects. To fulfill these responsibilities, the Project Coordinator must demonstrate initiative and perform managerial, organizational, supervisory, and coordination duties. He/she will prepare proposals for decision-making, coordinates the documentation process from project acquisition, project deviation checks, project submissions, and obtaining construction permit approvals from construction and handover to the investor.

Main Responsibilities:

• Supports project feasibility, planning, and permitting processes.
• Track and coordinate project documentation, timelines, approvals, and institutional relations as needed.
• Follow up on contractual obligations of designers, developers, tenants or other third parties.
• Coordinate with design studios (such as architecture, infrastructure, engineering projects etc.) and ensure accurate project documentation for permits.
• Monitor projects progress, update business plans, and ensure quality standards.
• Prepare regular progress reports and project schedules to ensure alignment with the project’s business plan and timeline.
• Conduct site visits and ensure proper documentation and implementation at all stages.
• Collaborate with group companies on project-acquired assets for development or lease.
• Manage invoice follow-up until payment settlement and maintain written correspondence and records.
• Archive technical project documentation and assist with tasks related to new and existing Retail Park properties.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor/Master’s degree in Architecture/ Civil Engineering

Other Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of work experience in a similar role.
• Strong managerial, organizational, planning, design, and communication skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and explain projects, official institutional communications, contracts, procedures, and technical manuals.
• Ability to manage various projects and contracts involved in construction projects.
• Excellent knowledge of the English language.
• Very good knowledge of computer programs (CAD, Photoshop, EXCEL, MS-PROJECT, etc.).

Application Procedure:

To apply for this position, please submit a detailed CV and any relevant certifications at the email address: hr@retailpark.al

Application Deadline: 23/04/2025

After the screening, only selected candidates will be contacted.

* All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality according to the law No. 9887 set by the Albanian Parliament for the “Protection of Personal Data”.