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Position Summary
The Senior Project Manager will oversee the boutique planning, construction and installation of all Breitling Boutiques, corners and other related projects. This individual will provide support to all Breitling points of sale and ensure a high physical standard in all Breitling boutiques and corners. This role will be based out of our Wilton, CT or New York City office with the expectation that this person will travel to our retail and corner locations to oversee projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Oversee onsite construction projects, managing inspections and quality control of all installation projects- traveling 20-30% of the time onsite to manage GC, vendors and project timelines.
- Responsible to track and maintain Capex budget.
- Assist in bid process and GC selection.
- Track construction projects, identify potential problems and propose solutions.
- Key collaborator with the Visual merchandiser team
- Strategic partner to other internal team (Retail, Ops, VM, events, marketing.)
- Manage Punchlist and project completion.
- Collaborate with Breitling management team with our sustainability initiatives
- Motive vendors, contractors and hold them to schedules and project timelines.
- Be a liaison between the boutiques/retailers and maintenance/repair related vendors (millwork, HVAC, safe maintenance, etc.)
- Manage, facilitate, and schedule repair workers, technical visits, and other related vendors to our point of sales
- Provide effective and reliable solutions to boutique-corners facilities issues.
- Procure supplier, parts and materials needed for new boutiques, corners buildout and repairs when necessary
- Review and approve Capex and other OPEX invoices to accounting department.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.
- Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals.
- Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
- Critical Thinking and Analysis - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason in complex situations.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities, required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and skills required:
- Exceptional organizational, project management skills and strong attention to detail.
- Effective time management skills, ability to prioritize, and complete multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to expedite projects when needed.
- Ability to communicate across diverse groups of employees and business partners.
- Familiar and able to interpret architectural/shop drawings.
- Must be able to manage travel schedule and complete projects simultaneously.
- Ability to travel up to 20%-30% of the time. This role requires regular onsite inspections throughout North America.
- Understanding of commercial construction, processes and schedules.
- Understand architectural plans, permitting, and building codes.
- A diploma from Technical School is preferred.
- 1-3 years experience in general contracting knowledge
- Ability to work outside of regular business hours (when necessary)
Language Ability:
- Familiar and able to communicate and or conduct business in mechanical/technical terms.
Software Skills:
- Proficiency in MS Office - Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Inclusive Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive range of benefits including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- FSA & HSA
- Group life insurance and disability benefits
- Paid parental leave and adoption support
- Wellness and Vision reimbursement
- Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Education Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee Discount
Compensation:
$120,000 - 135,000 with annual bonus
Compensation varies based on experience level
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to hold, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Breitling USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.
