Manager, Store Construction Management, Japan
Job Summary
WHO YOULL WORK WITH
This role reports to the Store Development Director of Japan and partners closely with Asia Pacific Latin America (APLA) and Japan teams. The role collaborates with crossfunctional groups across Real Estate Retail Brand Loss Prevention IT/Tech Store Operations Facilities Marketing Merchandising and Store Opening/Remodel cross-functional teams. As the construction subject matter expert the Manager Store Construction Management Japan ensures alignment across partners drives clarity and supports seamless execution of Nikes store development strategy.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Manager Store Construction Management Japan leads the execution of Nikes new store builds and remodels across all channels ensuring projects are delivered on time on budget and to Nikes quality standards. This leader is a strong collaborator with deep construction expertise who thrives in a dynamic crossfunctional environment.
- Minimum 56 years of experience in corporate retail construction or store development including multimarket oversight and significant experience managing large budgets and complex project portfolios.
- Bachelors degree in construction management or related field.
- Deep knowledge of construction processes vendor management and cost control with experience navigating diverse cultural and operational contexts.
- Demonstrated ability to influence communicate collaborate and build strong relationships across crossfunctional teams and external partners while leading and coaching Construction Facility and Nike Store Partner (NSP) Construction Teams.
- Strong oral and written communication skills (in both English and Japanese).
WHAT YOULL WORK ON
You will oversee a broad construction program managing a highvolume portfolio of projects each year while ensuring clarity that you will not directly manage every individual project. You will lead vendor relationships cost management contract oversight and the rollout of new concepts and pilots while driving program alignment across construction and crossfunctional partners.
- Lead endtoend construction delivery ensuring projects meet timelines budgets and Nikes quality standards.
- Align design intent construction timelines and rollout strategies with APLA and Japan teams.
- Manage vendor relationships contract execution and cost control across the project portfolio.
- Oversee the implementation of new store concepts pilot formats and fixture installations.
- Track project milestones financials and risks to maintain clarity and drive informed decisionmaking.
- Advise crossfunctional partners on construction strategies and standards while mentoring Construction Facilities and NSP teams.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with thirdparty vendors to enable consistent highquality execution.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Abinitio
- Cobol
- Environmental Consultancy
- Facility Management
- Insulation
- Asic