What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Project Manager, Store Development position at KnitWell Group?
About Us
KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.
Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.
Assistant Project Manager, Store Construction
About The Role
Manage the retail development process for all minor works, rebrand, re-fresh, and conversion, remodel and facilities/damage restoration or out of scope projects, inclusive of lease review, landlord work letter, budget creation, construction management and project closeout. Establish yourself as the primary point of contact for Real Estate, Store Planning/Design, Field Management team and internal/external partners. Mange entire project lifecycle ensuring all deliverables are met.
The impact you can have
Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.
Location:
Corporate ascena – Remote
Position Type
Regular/Full time
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.
KnitWell Group, a specialty retail operating company, comprises some of the most iconic brands in America – Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots, White House Black Market. Individually, our brands are unique and strong. Together, we are powerful.
Our common thread is our commitment to create exceptional products, provide memorable experiences, and achieve superior results. Our associates are innovators who thrive through collaboration and are dedicated to excellence. At the heart of it all are the customers we serve. We are dedicated to creating fashion that not only looks good but also makes our customers feel good.
Assistant Project Manager, Store Construction
About The Role
Manage the retail development process for all minor works, rebrand, re-fresh, and conversion, remodel and facilities/damage restoration or out of scope projects, inclusive of lease review, landlord work letter, budget creation, construction management and project closeout. Establish yourself as the primary point of contact for Real Estate, Store Planning/Design, Field Management team and internal/external partners. Mange entire project lifecycle ensuring all deliverables are met.
The impact you can have
- Provide accurate, up to date cost analysis for all construction related expenditures.
- Simultaneously manage multiple on-going projects, while continuing to develop new business initiatives through scope, cost analysis, process improvement.
- Manage the Construction Process
- Red-line construction drawings to ensure adherence to KnitWell Group specification while maximizing value for construction dollars. Communicate red line from field teams to design for internal review
- Partner with design team to develop and maintain KnitWell Group prototype drawings.
- Partner with individual business leaders to create specific program parameters for each individual program which would include scope, execution timeline and budget requirements.
- Monitor capital and expense project budgets with the Project Managers and internal team.
- Minimum 2-4years remodel and new store construction project management experience
- Knowledge of commercial retail evaluation metrics preferred.
- Fashion Retail Store construction required
- Ability to read, review, analyze and interpret construction documents required
- Must possess project management and organizational skills necessary to ensure the completion of multiple large and small contractor performed construction, repair or remodel objectives
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in addition to managing external resources
- Proficient in Microsoft Project, Outlook, Excel and Word. Lucernex proficiency a plus
- Must be able to travel on a weekly basis as required by project workload
- Merchandise discount at our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Ann Taylor, LOFT, & Lane Bryant (in store and online)
- Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands
- A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities*
- Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement*
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Time off – paid time off & holidays*
- The target salary range for this role is: $70,000 – 85,000*
- Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.
Applicants to this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship. We are not providing sponsorship for this position.
Location:
Corporate ascena – Remote
Position Type
Regular/Full time
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000
