Head of Construction

At Swarovski, where innovation meets inspiration, our people desire to explore, experience and create. As a Head of Construction North Europe you will get a chance to work in a rewarding role within a diverse team that is pushing boundaries. Be part of a truly iconic global brand, learn and grow with us. We’re bold and inventive, revealing astonishing things like no one else can. A world of wonder awaits you.
 

About the job

The purpose of the job, is to manage a team of architecture project managers, based in several North Europe market clusters, dedicated to store project implementations, all done in alignment to global concepts, guidelines, and processes. Additionally, to support the global FM team in case necessary, with the facility management activities in the corresponding region.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead, coach and guide a team of international Project Managers to ensure they have the right capabilities to deliver high performance operational tasks, meanwhile supporting them into elevating to a strategical mindset.
• Supervise POP’s implementation and supports the PMs on all aspects of the POP’s construction (approval, negotiation, performance).
• Manage the regional architecture budget for projects (CAPEX).
• Guide and supervise external consultants and Local Architects following central strategies.
• Accountability of delivering quality, within the committed timeline and budget for all store project implementations.
• Strongly collaborate with Retail Architecture Operations and Distribution & Real Estate.
• When required, take full lead on the important store projects, such as Flagships, from site survey to handover to sales department.
• Be proactive and volunteer proposing innovative solutions for any internal, process, software or team improvement.

About you

We are looking for a unique and amazing talent, who brings along the following:

• University degree/Education.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a similar role within an international setting.
• Excellent English proficiency, presentation, and communication skills, Spanish, French and German are considered strongly beneficial.
• Experience in Retail Project Management/Store Development/Facility Management.
• Influencing skills to align with the parties during all phases of the projects
• Willingness to travel regularly, from 20% to 40%.
• Team orientation, and ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Innovative and creative approach whenever possible and can-do attitude.

What we offer

You can expect a range of benefits, including:

• Swarovski products discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Volunteering leave
• Learning and development programs

Masters of Light Since 1895

Swarovski creates beautiful crystal-based products of impeccable quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality.

Founded in 1895 in Austria, the company designs, manufactures and sells the world's finest crystal, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds and zirconia, jewelry, and accessories, as well as crystal objects and home accessories. Swarovski Crystal Business has a global reach with approximately 2,400 stores and 6,700 points of sales in around 140 countries and employs more than 18,000 people. Together with its sister companies Swarovski Optik (optical devices) and Tyrolit (abrasives), Swarovski Crystal Business forms the Swarovski Group. A responsible relationship with people and the planet is part of Swarovski’s heritage. Today this legacy is rooted in sustainability measures across the value chain, with an emphasis on circular innovation, championing diversity, inclusion, and self-expression, and in the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation, which supports charitable organizations bringing positive environmental and social impact.

Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We give our people the guts to celebrate individuality and pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people feel involved, respected, valued, connected, and heard. A place where anyone/everyone belongs. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under the law of the countries we operate in.