Project Manager, Construction

JOB DESCRIPTION

As Bergdorf Goodman’s Project Manager, Construction, you will work closely with our internal teams as well as our external vendors. You will manage a high volume of projects from initiation through completion for both renovations of existing, and development of new shops.

In this role, you will oversee the construction and completion of each project to ensure standards of quality are met in a timely and cost-effective manner; you will oversee project budgets and schedules. You will ensure that design intent and program requirements are incorporated and critical project information is communicated to key players.

This position requires strong communication, multi-tasking, budgeting and scheduling skills. This is not a remote position, your supervision will be required on site and support may occasionally be required after store hours or on weekends.

 RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with the Director of Construction and teams (internal and external) to develop capital improvement budgets and forecasts.
• Assist in selection of and manage external professional architectural and engineering consultants.
• Manage all construction projects and outside service contracts.  
• Coordinate the transition of design documents into documents for bid/landlord review/permit with architect of record.
• Review all architectural documents and drawings with internal design team.
• Obtain approvals from landlord for projects.
• Review bid proposals and coordinate cost and schedules with vendors and contractors, as well as maintain schedules.
• Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis.
• Coordinate weekly site team meetings (in person or via phone) throughout the duration of the project to ensure schedules and design standards are met.
• Coordinate with GC and local department of buildings for all required certificates and inspections.
• Develop punch list and verify all items are corrected in a timely manner and projects are appropriately closed out.
• Develop and maintain cost summary of each project through project completion, including review and approval of invoices, coordinating the information with our accounting.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and security policies and procedures and adhere to applicable building code requirements.
• Provide innovative solutions to problems and successfully navigate obstacles.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience in leading and managing high-end retail or hospitality construction.
• College degree BA or MA in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field is preferred.

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