Title: Project Manager, Interior Design and Construction

The position oversees the Store Planning and Construction process for WHS and TR channel stores as well as smaller size DOS, managing the projects from the initial feasibility to the store completion. The role is based in the New York office and reports to the Head of Interior Design and Construction.

Main responsibilities

Planning and Design

Prepare initial project brief with project requirements, retro-planning schedule and budget.

Liaise with the Landlords for design guidelines and construction requirements
Coordinate the design phase with the Store Design Team and regional cross functional Teams: Retail, Procurement & Finance, IT, Security, Merchandising etc.
Manage the work of consultants (architects, engineers, expeditors) for the preparation of construction drawings and documents
Drive and respect the critical milestones and deliverables of the lifecycle to achieve project approvals and funding
Secure permits and manage the bid process

Construction Management

Oversee the construction process to ensure the project is executed up to Bulgari standards, timeline and budget. Adjust and update schedule throughout the lifecycle
Request and manage drawing sets from schematic design to construction documents. Review drawings and conduct page turns at milestones
Attend and coordinate weekly construction meetings with all stakeholders
Coordinate shipments of owner supplied goods
Collect as-built and close-out documents
Manage the store handover and punch list at completion with related teams
Travel for site visits and project meetings as required

Other

Identify regional/local resources, materials, suppliers for cost and schedule efficiencies. Work in collaboration with Procurement and Store Design to propose and implement programs to exploit efficiencies. Analyze standards, cost efficiencies and suppliers.
Create and share weekly real estate meeting reports
Create project presentations for management meetings and site visits
Travel up to 20% (Domestic) required

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Architecture or Construction project management
5+ years of previous experience in high-end retail projects
Software: AutoCAD, Photoshop, Office
Knowledge of Italian is a plus
Excellent communication skills
Proactive attitude and problem solving
Ability to manage multiple projects and work under tight deadlines
Strong cultural background, interest in luxury and fashion industry and market trends.

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