Head of Construction North Europe

At Swarovski where innovation meets inspiration our people desire to explore experience and create. As a Head of Construction North Europe you will get a chance to work in a rewarding role within a diverse team that is pushing boundaries. Be part of a truly iconic global brand learn and grow with us. Were bold and inventive revealing astonishing things like no one else can. A world of wonder awaits you.

About the job

The purpose of the job is to manage a team of architecture project managers based in several North Europe market clusters dedicated to store project implementations all done in alignment to global concepts guidelines and processes. Additionally to support the global FM team in case necessary with the facility management activities in the corresponding region.

Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead coach and guide a team of international Project Managers to ensure they have the right capabilities to deliver high performance operational tasks meanwhile supporting them into elevating to a strategical mindset.
• Supervise POPs implementation and supports the PMs on all aspects of the POPs construction (approval negotiation performance).
• Manage the regional architecture budget for projects (CAPEX).
• Guide and supervise external consultants and Local Architects following central strategies.
• Accountability of delivering quality within the committed timeline and budget for all store project implementations.
• Strongly collaborate with Retail Architecture Operations and Distribution & Real Estate.
• When required take full lead on the important store projects such as Flagships from site survey to handover to sales department.
• Be proactive and volunteer proposing innovative solutions for any internal process software or team improvement.

About you

We are looking for a unique and amazing talent who brings along the following:

• University degree/Education.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a similar role within an international setting.
• Excellent English proficiency presentation and communication skills Spanish French and German are considered strongly beneficial.
• Experience in Retail Project Management/Store Development/Facility Management.
• Influencing skills to align with the parties during all phases of the projects
• Willingness to travel regularly from 20 to 40.
• Team orientation and ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Innovative and creative approach whenever possible and cando attitude.

What we offer

You can expect a range of benefits including:

• Swarovski products discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Volunteering leave
• Learning and development programs

Masters of Light Since 1895

Swarovski creates beautiful crystalbased products of impeccable quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality.

Founded in 1895 in Austria the company designs manufactures and sells the worlds finest crystal gemstones Swarovski Created Diamonds and zirconia jewelry and accessories as well as crystal objects and home accessories. Swarovski Crystal Business has a global reach with approximately 2400 stores and 6700 points of sales in around 140 countries and employs more than 18000 people. Together with its sister companies Swarovski Optik (optical devices) and Tyrolit (abrasives) Swarovski Crystal Business forms the Swarovski Group. A responsible relationship with people and the planet is part of Swarovskis heritage. Today this legacy is rooted in sustainability measures across the value chain with an emphasis on circular innovation championing diversity inclusion and selfexpression and in the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation which supports charitable organizations bringing positive environmental and social impact.

Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We give our people the guts to celebrate individuality and pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people feel involved respected valued connected and heard. A place where anyone/everyone belongs. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire promote discipline or discharge will be based on merit competence performance and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race color religion marital status age national origin physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status or any other status protected under the law of the countries we operate in.