Senior Director, Store Planning- Journeys

Senior Director, Store Planning- Journeys

This position directs the overall construction management, organization, execution and operations for construction projects and related activities for Genesco Store Planning.

Job Responsibilities

• Train, direct and assist project managers with procedures related to design, landlord, code, and inspectors.
• Appoints project managers to assigned projects. Approves the selection of general contractors and job superintendents.
• Responsible for planning, scheduling, conducting, and coordinating construction projects.
• Extensive and independent contact with our vendors and national contractors.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination on projects between all disciplines.
• Maintain professional and positive relationships with our national contractors, vendors, associates and landlords.
• Periodic project site visits to review project schedule, criteria, compliance, quality of work, and prepare/administer punch lists to assure closure of all items.
• Focus on cost reductions and savings.
• Attend weekly meetings to apprise departments of project status.
• Direct the project managers, architect, and vendors to work through landlord and city issues during plan approval.
• Assist legal team in lease issues as they pertain to construction.
• During construction, assist the project managers and GC's to work through landlord, design, and code/inspector issues.
• Review change orders and invoices for accuracy.
• Develop, train and coach department to meet business objectives.
• Ensure all policies, protocols and procedures are followed.
• Responsible for implementation of creating construction budgets and achieving them.

Job Requirements

• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of architectural and engineering plans
• Extensive knowledge of construction specifically retail tenant applications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Act as a link between operations, vendors, contractors, and architects
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to resolve conflicting situations and effective problem-solving skills

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