Store Construction Project Manager, Europe

UNIQLO   is a leading brand of the   Fast Retailing   Group, one of the largest   apparel   retailers in the world.   UNIQLO   respects the individuality and lifestyle of all customers and takes pride in creating high quality, long-lasting, innovative clothing at an affordable price .  

We are currently recruiting for a   Store Construction Project Manager   to sit within the European team, based in our   Paris office.   You will be reporting into the Head of Store Construction, working cross functionally with store design, store   development   and maintenance teams, as well as managing third party suppliers, across all markets.  

You will   be responsible for   managing the project execution though all phases, from giving inputs on projects’ feasibility through handover to the store management team. The role offers travel across Europe, which is dependent on the projects you   are responsible for   managing at one time.  

Please submit your CV in English. Applications submitted in other languages may not be considered .      

What you will   be responsible for :  

• C onducting regularly   visit   store sites and work together with Store Design team and local architects to solve issues,   monitor   progress of the construction and check quality of execution  

• Following closely the budget of each project, manage the variations to remain within budget and report regularly to the team manager  

• Creating budgeting and schedule for the project in the development phase. Support Design and Store Development teams to   identify   the scope of work and handover conditions  

• Supporting design team to   identify   necessary local code requirements and necessary documents for permitting  

• L eading bidding process,   selectio n   and management of general contractors and suppliers  

• Selecting, propose, qualify, and   procure   all design elements and owner   furnished   materials of the store design concept. Developing a mix of suppliers that allow for the   optimal   tradeoffs   among costs,   installation   and durability of materials  

• Leading post-project analyses and discussions,   identify   opportunities and strive for continual process improvement  

• Developing and   submitting   CAPEX budget proposals for all new stores and improvements of existing stores  

• Ensuring   timely   approval   and payment of all invoices in partnership with the   Accounting   department  
   

What we are looking for :  

• Degree in Project management, Civil Engineering, Construction Management,   architecture   or equivalent  

• Minimum 6   years' experience   in store construction roles, in retail/hospitality/FMCG industries or in a construction company or general contractor  

• Solid understanding of flagship and standard stores requirements and experience in roll-out store implementation  

• Experience working in multi-cultural environment  

• Fluent in Business English is   a must , both written and verbal  

• Fluent in French would be   advantageous  

• Knowledge of Excel is   a must   and   Autocad   is a plus  

• Ability to travel to multiple EU cities each week  

• Ability to work in teams but also independently  

• Ability to manage multiple projects at varying advancement stages simultaneously and deliver on time, in full and within budget despite aggressive schedules  

• Solution oriented and creative problem solving  

What we offer :  

• 25 days holiday + RTT  

• 13th month payment  

• Bonus twice a year based on   objectives   and performance  

• Group Share Scheme (France and Global)  

• Lunch vouchers, 60% funded by the company  

• 30% staff Discount  

• Private Medical Care  

• Private Pension Scheme  

• Volunteer Day – twice a year  

• Great Location – Opera area (IX distric t)  

Commitment to Inclusion and Data Protection :  

UNIQLO   is an inclusive employer, and welcomes applications from all backgrounds regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation,   disability   or other characteristics.  

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