Assistant Analyst, Store Construction

Company Description

Job Description 

The Store Construction Analyst will provide financial and strategic support to the Construction team, aiding in the creation of accurate project estimates for new store builds, remodels, and updates worldwide. Additionally, the Store Construction Analyst is responsible for providing industry cost analysis, coordinating GC bidding, contracts, and vendor management. As part of the Construction team, the Analyst will work directly with the Senior Manager of Estimating and internal partners such as Store Concept & Design, Real Estate, Global Procurement, and Store Operations to continually audit & improve current department processes. 

This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.  

What Will You Be Doing? 

• Cost trend analysis – support the Senior Manager of Estimating in the compilation of historical data and cost trend reporting        
• Create cost forecast models for several project types, leveraging comparable project data and industry cost information.
• Vendor Management – ensure external vendors have successfully passed our third-party risk management process, and maintain up to date vendor profiles
• General Contractor bidding – coordinate the GC bidding process for each project
• Update and maintain a robust set of GC expectation documents to assist in bidding.
• Prepare ad-hoc analyses as necessary to support the Store Planning teams
• General Contractor contracts – work collaboratively with internal and external teams to facilitate GC contracts

What Do You Need To Bring? 

• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills (verbal and written) with an emphasis on attention to detail
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to recognize and implement process improvement opportunities
• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Construction Management, or related field preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, with emphasis on Excel, PowerPoint, and Project 
• 2+ years of work experience in Financial Planning and Analysis, or Construction Estimating is preferred

Our Company 

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, Gilly Hicks and Social Tourist. At A&F Co., we’re here for our associates, customers and communities on the journey to being and becoming who they are – and because no journey is the same, we strive to create an inclusive culture, where everyone is free to share ideas.  

Our Values 

We lead with purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being a 2021 recipient of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail, and named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for 16 consecutive years. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.  

What You'll Get

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:  

• Incentive bonus program
• 401(K) savings plan with company match
• Annual companywide review process
• Flexible spending accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Associate assistance program
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
• Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Mobile Stipend
• Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
• Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year)
• Seven associate wellness half days per year
• Onsite fitness center
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands
• Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
• Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
• Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!