Job Description

At Abercrombie & Fitch, quality is in our roots and we’re on a mission to honor this rich heritage. With an unwavering focus on our customer, we strive every day to deliver a unique and welcoming experience, whether in our stores or online. Our three global brands, Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids and Hollister Co., are the embodiment of our passion for incredible product. At the heart of it all is our amazing 500-acre campus, nestled just outside of Columbus, Ohio. With an open work space, inspiring views, and even a place to gather as a team around the fire pit, our Home Office fosters a diverse and inclusive culture that consistently seeks the input of our associates and focuses on the future. We are looking for leaders, visionaries, and creatives who are willing to roll up their sleeves and write the next chapter in our brand’s legacy.

The Project Manager is responsible for supervising and executing new store builds, remodels, and updates worldwide.  As part of the Construction team, the Project Manager will work directly with internal partners such as Store Design, Real Estate, Global Procurement, and Visual as well as external partners such as contractors to deliver an incredible retail store experience.  The Project Manager will be responsible for project schedule, budget, and on-site construction activity.  The position requires significant domestic and/or international travel and is based at the A&F home office in New Albany, Ohio.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

• Oversee new store construction and remodel projects from construction document concept through store open and project close out
• Manage budget including analyzing bids, change order review and approval, and payment approvals
• Review and redline store specific drawings from Check Set through Construction Set
• Supervise all aspects of the construction process and oversee the General Contractors to maintain schedule adherence and quality standards
• Conduct site visits to audit construction progress
• Maintain close out and compliance documentation
• Coordinate with the New Stores team for store turnover and opening
• Strive for constant business and process improvement
• Lead cross functional meetings and prepare reports pertaining to project status

WHAT WILL YOU NEED TO BRING?

• Bachelor's Degree is required, Construction Management degree a plus
• 3-5 years construction management experience, retail construction experience a plus
• Ability to manage multiple construction projects simultaneously
• Must be extremely detail oriented and have the ability to work independently
• Ability to effectively problem solve
• Ability to effectively communicate
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Project
• Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally as projects require.  50% travel minimum

Qualifications null Additional Information

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