Is this your next challenge in Construction Projects and Store Design
The challenge is to:
Project Leadership & Management:
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team overseeing multiple store construction and renovation projects concurrently.
- Ensure optimal resource allocation across all projects to meet deadlines and quality standards.
- Identity a portoflio of contractors across the various deliverables with ongoing improvements in fixtures and equipment to improve store look and feel.
- Lead the design function to provide thought leadership on store design as well as oversee technical aspects of layout and drawings.
Budget & Timeline Management:
- Develop, manage, and monitor comprehensive construction budgets and project timelines for all assigned initiatives.
- Proactively identify and manage changes in project scope, schedule, and costs, implementing effective mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with procurement to ensure all projects achieve best value outcomes.
- Identify and optimise costs with timely review of contractors, fixtures and equipment.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Coordination:
- Act as the primary liaison, coordinating effectively with internal departments such as Real Estate/Property, Design, and Operations to ensure project alignment with business needs and technical feasibility.
- Communicate regularly and transparently with all stakeholders, including senior management and store operations teams, providing timely updates on project progress, risks, and issues.
- Build and maintain robust relationships with external partners, including architects, contractors, and vendors, fostering collaborative working environments.
Quality, Compliance & Innovation:
- Ensure all store designs and layouts strictly adhere to 7-Eleven brand standards and effectively meet evolving customer needs.
- Guarantee full compliance with all relevant building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards across all projects.
- Identify and implement continuous process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize project delivery.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in retail construction to inform and evolve our store development strategy.
Reporting & Ad-hoc Projects:
- Oversee the accurate and timely completion of Store Development reporting, including the Store Development Tracker and participation in tracker review meetings.
- Participate in and lead ad-hoc projects as required, contributing to the broader objectives of the Store Development department.
Do you have experience in Retail leadership
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in project management, construction, store development, or fit-out projects, preferably within a retail or multi-site environment.
- Proven track record of managing multiple projects concurrently, from planning through execution and completion.
- Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, risk management, cost control, and quality assurance.
- Ability to manage contractors, consultants, and vendors to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.
- Strong stakeholder management, communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
- Good understanding of building regulations, workplace safety requirements, and compliance standards.
- Ability to interpret architectural drawings, technical specifications, and construction documents.
- Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify opportunities to enhance project delivery, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
