Project Manager, Store Construction

Overview of the role

As Project Manager, 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.

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

Responsibilities

• Transport materials and equipment
• Coordinates with Purchasing Manager on the selection and delivery of owner-provided items
• Conducts regular site visits during the survey, demo, buildout, and punch list phases of various jobs managing construction travel budget to plan
• Oversight of a portfolio of retail store construction projects, including new, remodels, and capital improvements through managing an external team
• Reviews design and location criteria with the real estate deal maker and design architects
• Operate a computer and communicate via telephone
• Builds relationships with internal partners including Real Estate, Brand Management, Store Operations, Store Design, Visual Merchandising, Corporate Accounting, and Purchasing
• Evaluate potential projects for cost, schedule, and feasibility before submission to Real Estate Committee
• Lift, move, and carry objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis
• Develop and maintain relationships with extensive external team includes construction project managers, vendors, architects, engineers, and general contractors
• Reviews value engineering of projects with the design team, procurement, and general contractors
• Manages landlord negotiation and work letter process, reviews leases and submitted material for adherence to work letter and design timelines and intent
• Prepares cost summaries, schedules, reports, and construction estimates for Director of Store Construction

Criteria

• Monitoring and coordinating environmental testing and abatement issues
• Experience creating and negotiating Landlord Work Letters
• Establishing construction budgets and schedules
• Qualifying, selecting, and managing general contractors
• Experience reviewing and approving technical submittals
• Requires extensive travel to job sites before, during, and after construction
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in retail store construction and corporate environment
• Responsible for overseeing a portfolio of high-end brands; from new stores to remodels to refreshes, while executing executive direction
• Transport materials and equipment and lift, move and carry objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis
• Ability to perform work onsite in the (San Francisco, Rocklin, Portland, New York, San Jose) office full-time pending state, local, and Company return-to-work guidance during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Operate a computer and communicate via telephone

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:

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

Your Journey in Continued Learning

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

Pay Transparency: The expected starting pay range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000. 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.

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).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.