SummaryAs the Senior Vice President of Store Planning and Construction Americas, you will provide strategic leadership and vision for the store planning and construction process within the Americas zone. You will oversee the execution of all new store openings, renovations, expansions, and relocations, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality to enhance client experience and our overall brand positioning.
Responsibilities- Take ownership of the entire process from inception, planning, and construction, through handover to opening for new boutiques and renovations.
- Strategically line up local architects and contractors to ensure timely project completion and propose ideas to enhance efficiency and productivity in boutique openings.
- Collaborate with the Paris team to ensure alignment with the Concept Design release for worldwide coherence.
- Ensure adherence to cost control, procurement, and project development standards set by the HQ Architecture team.
- Manage a team of internal and external resources, including local architects, designers, and general contractors.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable building codes, regulations, and safety standards, including LEED/LIFE standards.
- Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to senior management.
- Develop and manage the department's budget, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources.
- Negotiate with general contractors and vendors, explore creative sourcing options, and ensure an adequate bidding/RFP process.
- Build and lead a high-performing team of store planning and construction professionals.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with local cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on store development initiatives.
Requirements- 15+ years of experience in retail store planning, design, or in an architectural firm, interior design, construction company, or management position in store planning/architecture for a luxury brand.
- Detailed knowledge of local laws and local regulations around construction and store development.
- Detailed understanding of the luxury retail business.
- Familiarity with LEED standards, processes, and tools.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator, and CAD.
- Visionary leadership and strategic thinking.
- Results-driven with excellent attention to details.
- Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to conduct tough negotiations with landlords, department stores, and local vendors.
- Resilient, self-motivated, positive mindset, ability to deal with ambiguity.
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