Construction Project Manager - Hermes Paris : Job Details

The Team:

The Store Planning & Facilities team is responsible for the document development and construction of all new stores, office and auxiliary real-estate initiative of for Herms in the US. Our mission is to execute and abide by the designs of our primary design architect (RDAI).

The main function of the Construction Project Manager is to assist the Vice President of Construction by managing the new retail and enhancement projects at the existing stores as well as small projects for retail, corporate offices, and warehouse.

About the Role:

* Work with local Architect and vendors to ensure that each project is built within budget and time constraints and to Hermes quality standards.

* Works closely with associate architects, engineers and consultants to maintain the Hermes sustainability program goals throughout the life of projects.

* Perform site visits to ensure projects are completed as planned and in a timely manner.

* Perform administrative duties, including but to limit to contract management, invoice payment, (i.e., working with internal accounting system) and maintaining vendor records. Daily update of information logs, store charts, costs and associated record keeping.

* High level of knowledge to support review of detailed shop drawings.

* Experience managing external consultants and vendors.

* Perform customer service under pressure to both internal departments (IT, LP, Special Events) and client capacity (store Directors). Develop a strong relationship and interface with the Facilities / Maintenance teams on a regular basis.

* Works with Facilities to support maintenance issues post opening of new stores.

* Manages the execution of minor works projects including temporary stores, renovations, offices and in-store enhancements in all stores.

* Report cost discrepancies and/or schedule issues to the VP of Construction.

Supervisory Responsibility:

* None

Budget Responsibility:

* Budget development, tracking and project end reconciliation are at the core of the construction managers responsibility matrix. Maintaining standard documentation is required to marry the efforts of Hermes of Paris with that of Hermes International.

Decision Making Responsibility:

* Alignment with Hermes International sustainability goals is key to the success of the position. The Hermes construction manager will work closely with internal and external partners to maintain the Harmonie sustainability program developed by Hermes.

About You:

The ideal candidate is transparent in their communication, adaptable, flexible and commands a high level of graciousness in their work ethic. We are looking for a candidate that has a combination of the above attributes and can perform the key functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodations.

The range for this position is $90,899.00 - $151,499.00 annually. Actual rates are determined based on the job, location, and individual experience.

We are looking for a candidate who has a combination of the above attributes and can perform the key functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodations

Company Overview:

Since 1837, Herms has remained faithful to its artisan business model and humanist values. We place people at the heart of what we do and aspire to make a positive impact on the world. The freedom to create, the constant search for beautiful materials, the transmission of a savoir-faire of excellence and the aesthetic of functionality define the singularity of Herms, a house dedicated to making highly-crafted, beautiful objects made to stand the test of time.

An independent, family-owned company, Herms is dedicated to keeping production in France through its 42 workshops, The Herms organization is also a truly global community with a network of 310 stores in 49 countries. Herms employs more than 15,000 people worldwide with over 6,000 of the workforce being Herms craftspeople engaged in making artisanal products, nurturing a 180+ year tradition of creativity and innovation.

At Herms, our actions for sustainable development and corporate social responsibility are founded in values passed down by generations of humble artisans who have shaped the story of our house and the integrity of our objects. The roots of Herms' success and longevity lie in a sense of responsibility; a quest for authenticity and respect for time and preservation of natural resources. All at Herms wish to leave a positive footprint on the world, a mission that's at the heart of our commitment to progress. This narrative can be experienced in a series of shorts films Footsteps Across the World available on our website. Link here.

Our Commitment:

Family is at the heart of Herms. At Herms of Paris, we are committed to being a Maison for All, a home where we make efforts to generate, support and advance the values of diversity, inclusion and family both within our own walls and in the wider world. At Herms of Paris we look to create a diverse workforce of talented and unique individuals with different backgrounds, skillsets and worldviews that will enrich our Herms of Paris family. We support our individual team members personal and professional success through a culture that values equality, individuality and fairness and through an environment where individuals can thrive and feel comfortable being their authentic selves. Beyond the walls of our Maison, we advance our DIF values through the work that we do in partnership with our community and non-profit partners.

At Herms of Paris, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. It is the policy of Herms of Paris, Inc. that applicants for employment are recruited, selected and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to positions being filled and potential for promotion or transfer which may be expected to develop. Applicants are recruited, selected and hired without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. In addition, personnel procedures and practices with regard to training, promotion, transfer, compensation, demotion, lay off or termination are to be administered with due regard to job performance, experience and qualifications, but without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Herms of Paris, Inc. also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.

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