Store Construction Project Manager - Europe

UNIQLOis a leading brand of theFast RetailingGroup, one of the largestapparelretailers in the world.UNIQLOrespects 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 aStore Construction Project Managerto sit within the European team, based in ourParis office.You will be reporting into the Head of Store Construction, working cross functionally with store design, storedevelopmentand maintenance teams, as well as managing third party suppliers, across all markets.

You willbe responsible formanaging 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 youare responsible formanaging at one time.

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

What you willbe responsible for:

• Conducting regularlyvisitstore sites and work together with Store Design team and local architects to solve issues,monitorprogress 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 toidentifythe scope of work and handover conditions

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

• Leading bidding process,selectionand management of general contractors and suppliers

• Selecting, propose, qualify, andprocureall design elements and ownerfurnishedmaterials of the store design concept. Developing a mix of suppliers that allow for theoptimaltradeoffsamong costs,installationand durability of materials

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

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

• Ensuringtimelyapprovaland payment of all invoices in partnership with theAccountingdepartment
   

What we are looking for:

• Degree in Project management, Civil Engineering, Construction Management,architectureor equivalent

• Minimum 6years' experiencein 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 isa must, both written and verbal

• Fluent in French would beadvantageous

• Knowledge of Excel isa mustandAutocadis 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 onobjectivesand 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 district)