Manager Construction (m/f)

• Manage the development of framework contracts and tenders for general and sub-contractors within each market.
• Identify opportunities and manage cross cluster tenders for supply of elements such as HVAC (Heating, ventilation and air conditioning), Lighting, PP equipment, stock racking.
• Working with Store Development managers and WE finance to ensure all remo closure periods are practical and in line with WE P&L expectations.
• Review standardised contracts, processes and tenders documents for the appointment of 3rd party consultants, contractors and suppliers as required by the Director of Store Development.
• Analysis of capex and due diligence reports prior to BPMs submittal.
• Review and improve due diligence tools for all store formats and, roll out across WE providing training or sourcing 3rd party support as required.
• Manage the development of assessment tools to review exiting portfolio, identify investment priorities to improve consumer experience with minimal cost.
• Define as new packages of investment between ‘full remo’ and ‘don’t touch’ to maximize the potential of lower performing stores.
• Track full annual capex spend, working with SD market managers and finance to ensure agreed SD capex is correctly invested within the financial year.
• Review materials and processes used in both Franchise and Own retail within markets, support markets to achieve consistency between the channels.
• Ensure all purchases and appointments are done in line with agreed market and global policies.
• Train 3rd parties as required
• Other duties as requested by the Director of Store Development.

•  Strong communication skills
• Advanced numeracy, literacy and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office
• AutoCAD skills an advantage
• Fluency in English (other European languages an advantage)
• Geographical mobility

•  Degree in project management for the building industry, civil engineering or architecture or equivalent professional experience
• 2 - 4 years project management experience within the architectural or construction industry or equivalent experience
• Experience of store development processes and principles