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Project Manager
American Eagle Outfitters
Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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REPORTS TO: Manager – Store Construction
POSITION SUMMARY:
Coordinates the efforts of all internal partners, vendors, contractors, landlords, building departments and utility companies to build and remodel stores nationally/internationally across multiple divisions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Conduct and / or coordinate surveys of tenant spaces to determine arch., structural, electrical, mechanical conditions and configuration. (self or in conjunction with outside services)
• Solicit bids, qualify, negotiate and award construction contracts.
• Perform material take-offs, order / schedule deliveries and monitor bulk purchases of all owner supplied construction materials.
• Expedite and secure building permits.
• Manage overall store construction process including control work progress, quality and contract adherence.
• Assist in preparing budgets and estimates for store build-outs, renovations and roll-outs.
• Coordinate all vendor transportation and warehousing efforts.
• Make decisions / recommendations concerning field design changes and interface with store design to insure implementation of site specific and permanent changes.
• Communicate and negotiate with landlords and building departments regarding leasing stipulations and building code issues to ensure AEO interests are protected.
• Negotiate and coordinate contractor / vendor changes, additions and deletions.
• Coordinate store turnover including punch-list completion, scheduling, communication / trouble shooting with all internal AEO departments and AEO contracted vendors.
• Perform ongoing value engineering, quality and performance checks.
• Maintain field files documenting work progress, delays, changes, material quantities, permits and completion / punch-list.
• Review, confirm and approve all contract billings, additions and deletions.
• Field store improvement, reconfiguration requests, determines feasibility and costs of requests, obtains approvals and coordinates completion of work.
• Assist with fixture / maintenance / AV roll-outs as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture / Engineering.
• 1+ years experience in project management of store construction for a national retail, hotel or restaurant chain.
• Travel is required, including the potential for international travel (30% travel or 2-3 days per week).
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and knowledge of construction terminology.
• Ability to do material take-offs and estimates.
• Knowledge of building codes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications (including database).
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.