Store Design and Construction Manager - Uniqlo : Job Details

Company Overview:

Apparel that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality and longevity. Designed to be of the time and for the time, LifeWear is made with such modern elegance that it becomes the building blocks of each individual's style. A perfect shirt that is always being made more perfect. The simplest design hiding the most thoughtful and modern details. The best in fit and fabric made to be affordable and accessible to all. LifeWear is clothing that is constantly being innovated, bringing more warmth, better design, and better comfort to people's lives.

Responsibilities:

• Manage Design work and project execution through all phases, from giving inputs on the feasibility of projects till the hand over to the store management team in US and Canada.
• Understand Uniqlo store layout criteria, scope, and requirements.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and ensure landlord handover conditions meet Uniqlo's standards in collaboration with external project management firms and the real estate team.
• Ensure and review GC detailed project plans and deliverables, including clear permitting processes and timelines. Leverage external project management firm throughout the process.
• Ensure design documents from architects meet all Uniqlo operations needs, after finalizing store layouts with management. Ensure construction documents issued by architects meet all project needs.
• Ensure timely delivery of all OFI items for project completion, collaborating closely with relevant team leads.
• Promptly escalate timing and quality issues to prevent time and cost overruns
• Develop appropriate project schedules and complete stores on time and on budget.
• Select GC and architect for each project, with an external project management firm after evaluating proposals that include project plans, costs, and qualifications.
• Lead site walkthroughs through the entire project lifecycle, from initial costing through final handover to the store team. Identify risks related to time and budget, resolve all on-site issues, and ensure perfect delivery.
• Ensure budget, timeline, quality, and safety are all delivered for each project.
• Work together with architect, GC and vendors to solve issues on site.
• Understand all local code requirements and make sure all vendors deliver accordingly.
• Execute final inspection working together with construction manager before handover to store operation team to ensure code requirement, UQ quality requirement and maintenance requirement is provided.
• Lead post-project analyses and discussions. Identify opportunities and strive for continual process improvement.
• Explain all variances to budget and timeline, as needed. Make sure to focus on root causes and resolving actions. Own the responsibility.
• Ensure timely approval and payment of all invoices, working with the Store Development Management Control team.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Frequent in person collaboration

Qualifications:

• Project management experience in design (ideally in construction as well)
• At least 5 years in a similar position, in the US retail industry or architectural design firm
• Prior training as a PM in the design industry is MUST. Certification of architect or PM preferred
• Ability to manage multiple projects at varying stages of complexity simultaneously
• Proven ability to manage outside project management firms
• Multicultural work experience and work background
• Understand the Uniqlo Customer and Positioning in the marketplace
• Sensitivity to aesthetic, quality architecture
• Solid understanding of flagship and standard stores requirements and solid experience in rolling out many stores simultaneously
• Knowledge of the US and Canada marketplace
• Results-oriented, outcome-ownership mindset
• Business and financial acumen
• Flexibility, Positive attitude and high energy
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Travel may be required: 25% - 50%.

Salary: $115,000 - $125,000 annually*

*The offered salary or salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills and expertise, and location of the position.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, UNIQLO USA does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.