BOTTEGA VENETA Senior Project Manager, Architecture

We are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager who will report to the Vice President of Architecture & Preservation, as part of our dynamic team in New York.

Your Opportunity

This position will supervise the development and renovation of our retail and wholesale doors, in addition to any special or temporary projects and store interventions upon request from the WW Architecture Design team and/or upper management.

How you will contribute:

• Lead the project execution by coordinating HQ design activities, Regional approvals, Kering’s providers, Regional stakeholders.
• Manage external project management partners and consultants, supervise international procurement, lead execution and remain responsible of project finale time and capex.
• Lead and influence HQ’s activities toward the achievement of the mission.
• Create and maintain relationships and achieve the design timing in high workload environment.
• Conduct site visits independently during various phases of construction and/or have ability to manage on-site vendors and consultants for weekly site progress reviews and track project reports per Store Planning standards.
• Review construction documents and millwork shop drawings for accuracy, feasibility and conformance to brand/industry standards while coordinating with local landlords and regulations.
• Analyse and track vendor proposals with regional Store Planning Vice President to ensure minimal cost incurred per project.
• Maintain Master Cost Plan and Reports, receive award and payment recommendation by external consultants, and be responsible to decide and report commercial decisions to Store Planning Vice President and Finance stakeholders.
• Prepare and attend Finance meeting, report on capex needs divided per fiscal years and portions of. Provide reporting and solutions to cash flow queries from Finance department.
• Prioritize multiple projects of varying scope/size while ensuring completion of projects within limited timelines.
• Provide reporting to HQ, maintain projects database, report at different levels during periodic meetings, as needed per departmental standards.

Who you are:

• Minimum 6-8 years of work experience, with at least 5 years in project/construction management, preferably in luxury retail and wholesale store development in major U.S. markets.
• Proven ability to manage and delegate external project managers, architects, contractors, and international direct vendors.
• Strong commercial acumen and knowledge of cost metrics for the Americas region and sub-regions.
• Excellent negotiation skills with strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to departmental procedures and standards.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a high-workload environment.
• Aptitude for reading architectural construction documents and understanding basic architectural language and industry standards.
• Highly organized, efficient, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team while maintaining professionalism.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project), Adobe Acrobat, and AutoCAD.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (20%-30% anticipated travel).

New York Salary Range:

Annual base salary range of $140,000 - $150,000 (plus discretionary bonus)

Why work with us?

This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering adventure and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background. 

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