Project Manager, Construction

About the Store Construction Team

You will be part of the Store Development team responsible for designing, building and delivering retail experiences; this includes new construction, remodeling, and repairs and maintenance.

 Overview of the Project Manager, Store Construction role

You will have the opportunity to manage construction-related activities of William-Sonoma, Inc.'s retail stores reporting to the Director of Retail Construction. This includes new construction, remodeling, and miscellaneous related projects for all WSI brands.

 This role is on-site at our Corporate HQ in SF 4x a week.

 

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing a portfolio retail store construction projects including new, remodel, and capital improvements through managing an external team
• Prepares construction estimates, cost summaries, schedules, and reports for Director of Retail Construction
• Manages landlord negotiation and work letter process, reviews leases and submitted material for adherence to work letter and design timelines and intent
• Develop and maintain relationships with extensive external team includes construction project managers, vendors, architects, engineers, and general contractors
• Reviews design and location criteria with the real estate deal maker and design architects
• Evaluate potential projects for cost, schedule, and feasibility before submission to Real Estate Committee
• Conducts regular site visits during the survey, demo, buildout, and punch list phases of various jobs managing construction travel budget to plan
• Builds relationships with internal partners including Real Estate, Brand Management, Store Operations, Store Design, Visual Merchandising, Corporate Accounting, and purchasing
• Reviews value engineering of projects with the design team, procurement, and general contractors
• Coordinates with Purchasing Manager on the selection and delivery of owner provided items
• Requires extensive travel to job sites before, during, and after construction (roughly 20-30% travel)

Criteria

• BA or BS degree 
• 5+ years of experience in construction (within retail industry greatly preferred!)
• Experience reviewing and approving technical submittals
• Qualifying, selecting, and managing general contractors
• Monitoring and coordinating environmental testing and abatement issues
• Establishing construction estimates, budgets, and schedules
• Ability to prioritize multiple requests, multitask and manage time effectively
• Working knowledge of Prolog or Tango systems for asset management

Our Mission Around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. We will create and nurture a global company culture where we confidently bring our authentic selves to work every day: where the only criteria for advancement are the quality of our work, the contributions we make to our teams and the business, and our ability to lead; and where our individual differences—whatever they may be—are valued, explored and appreciated.

 Benefits Just for You

Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:  

• A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities 
• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer 
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial, and emotional health 

 Your Journey in Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University  
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities 
• Resources for self-development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops and learning programs
• Speaker series

 

WSI will not commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position at this time (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration). 

The expected starting pay range for this position is $120,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.