Head of Construction North Europe
Apply locations Barcelona, ESP time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R-92364
At Swarovski, where innovation meets inspiration, our people desire to explore, experience and create. As a Head of Construction North Europe you will get a chance to work in a rewarding role within a diverse team that is pushing boundaries. Be part of a truly iconic global brand, learn and grow with us. We're bold and inventive, revealing astonishing things like no one else can. A world of wonder awaits you.
About the job
The purpose of the job, is to manage a team of architecture project managers, based in several North Europe market clusters, dedicated to store project implementations, all done in alignment to global concepts, guidelines, and processes. Additionally, to support the global FM team in case necessary, with the facility management activities in the corresponding region.
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Lead, coach and guide a team of international Project Managers to ensure they have the right capabilities to deliver high performance operational tasks, meanwhile supporting them into elevating to a strategical mindset.
* Supervise POP's implementation and supports the PMs on all aspects of the POP's construction (approval, negotiation, performance).
* Manage the regional architecture budget for projects (CAPEX).
* Guide and supervise external consultants and Local Architects following central strategies.
* Accountability of delivering quality, within the committed timeline and budget for all store project implementations.
* Strongly collaborate with Retail Architecture Operations and Distribution & Real Estate.
* When required, take full lead on the important store projects, such as Flagships, from site survey to handover to sales department.
* Be proactive and volunteer proposing innovative solutions for any internal, process, software or team improvement.
About you
We are looking for a unique and amazing talent, who brings along the following:
* University degree/Education.
* Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a similar role within an international setting.
* Excellent English proficiency, presentation, and communication skills, Spanish, French and German are considered strongly beneficial.
* Experience in Retail Project Management/Store Development/Facility Management.
* Influencing skills to align with the parties during all phases of the projects
* Willingness to travel regularly, from 20% to 40%.
* Team orientation, and ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
* Innovative and creative approach whenever possible and can-do attitude.
What we offer
You can expect a range of benefits, including:
* Swarovski products discounts
* Employee Assistance Program
* Volunteering leave
* Learning and development programs
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