Retail Construction Project Manager: Sephora

ABOUT US:
Sephora leads the beauty industry with our striking retail stores, which offer our clients an innovative "come in and play" shopping environment. We have an array of unique fragrance, skincare, and cosmetic products. Our online shopping site complements our 180 plus retail stores located throughout the U.S. Sephora is committed to providing the best experience for our clients and employees.

RETAIL CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Retail Construction Project Manager is responsible for all aspects of execution of capital project improvements in operating stores including, but not limited to remodels, expansions, lighting retrofits, fixture roll-outs, and planned equipment upgrades.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Capital Improvement Project Management

• Review and monitor construction estimates and project schedules.
• Suggest or evaluate material and detail solutions based upon as-built store conditions.
• Review and prepare construction/vendor agreements and contracts.
• Review and approve commitment requests, payment applications, and provide updated forecasts relative to budget. Track all insurance requirements, lien waivers, releases, close-out materials and warranty information as required.
• Act as a “best practices” bridge across design and construction disciplines to ensure that design objectives are achieved within budgetary constraints.. Act as an advocate for solutions that maximize store impact while minimizing interruption of business whenever working in an operating store environment.
• Act as owner’s liaison to mall operations and tenant coordination to ensure all applicable criteria are met throughout project.
• Interface as required with all key capital improvement stakeholders (Operations, Stores, Real Estate, Store Planning & Design, Loss Prevention, Finance.)

REQUIREMENTS

1. Seven years of progressively responsible experience in the industry with at least five of those years in retail construction. Specialty retail experience is a definite plus.

2. Strong working knowledge of construction methods and materials.

3. Ability to travel up to 75 percent/monthly.

4. Must possess the ability to manage critical schedules in an operating store environment. Ability to work independently and set priorities with minimal supervision. Must be flexible and able to adjust swiftly when priorities must be reset.

5. Excellent communication skills and a demonstrated understanding of building systems, budget limitations, cost control and construction management. Good understanding of computer systems (Word, Excel, Microsoft Project a plus.)