Director, Construction

WhyYoullLove World Market:

Youwontfind a store and team like this anywhere else! Were passionate about our mission to delight customers with a unique ever-changing marketplace of products from around the world. Our assortment is curated with stylish home décorquality furniturethoughtfulgifts time-honored handicrafts and international food and beverage favorites. From handpicked finds to heartfelt teamwork World Market is where uniquenessisntjustcelebrateditswhat sets us apart.

Ourteam means the world to us! We valueauthenticityempowermentand respect and we take pride in what we do. If youre looking for a collaborative fast-moving environment where your contributions are valued growth is supported and you can have a little funyouvefound it!

When you join our teamyoullenjoy:

• Benefits that support health financial security and personal life needs. Learn more about benefits and eligibility for Medical Dental and Vision Insurance and more!
• Paid vacation and paid sick time
• 401(k) plan with Roth option and company match
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources to be and do your best
• Sample Sales and up to 30% shopping discount on our unique finds for you and your designated shopper
• Work life balance and work from home flexibility
• Working with a team who thinks the world of you

WhatYoullDo:

As the Director Construction you will play a pivotal role in shaping the companys future by delivering projects that enable growth enhance customer experience and maximize investment value. Youll lead the execution of new stores remodels and strategic initiatives with a focus on speed quality and long-term business impact. Key responsibilities include creating and managing budgets aligned with project timelines and developing work specifications that support operational needs and budget requirements.

• Prepares bid summaries for new stores and remodels for review by leadership
• Reviews approves and logs all invoicing with regards to construction related items works closely with accounts payable to assure projects are within budgets forecast and advise if budgets are in jeopardy of overruns.
• Monitors project progress construction and development schedules within the budgeted guidelines to ensure projects are completed on time and are aligned with the company goals and objectives
• Inspect on-site work periodically to ensure accuracy of reports resolve disputes or problems and ensure consistency in details and construction standards between all projects.
• Develop and document all required agreements and notices. Works with leadership on contract variations to ensure proper documentation is executed obtaining approvals as necessary.
• Prepares and issues standard contracts for General Contractors Architects and other consultants assigned.
• Reviews lease agreements as required to assist the Real Estate Lease Administration and Facilities departments in construction-related items and issues.
• Participates in Real Estate Pipeline meetings and presents timing and budgetary forecasting for new and existing store projects to Senior Leadership
• Develops and maintains relationships with external vendors to ensure timely provision of materials and products as well as to negotiate pricing for provision of services
• Reviews contractors insurance certificates for conformance with company and contract requirements.
• Performs plan checks on all Construction Documents ensures consistent plans and coordination between site specific fixture floor prototype plans and job specific documents and Real Estate agreements.
• Ensures that all contractual materials contracts change orders are executed meeting company guidelines properly signed and coded with project numbers.
• Supervises Construction Project Manager and Architectural Design teams providing clear expectations and timely/relevant performance feedback

Hybrid Work Location: You will spend time at our Alameda CA Home Office based on business needs.

Experience & SkillsYoullBring

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent in either Architecture or Construction Management or a related field (experience would be considered in lieu of the college degree)
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience managing a construction team in multi-unit retail environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously prioritize these tasks and follow through to ensure timely results
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to travel up to 50%
• Analytical skills both mathematical and problem solving
• Experience with project bidding negotiations budgeting planning and project management is required

CA Pay Range is $175000 to $220000 annually

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An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of World Market LLC. to recruit hire train promote transfer and compensate our associates and provide all other conditions of employment including Company sponsored events without regard to race color creed religion national origin age sex gender identity genetic information marital status lawful alien status sexual orientation physical or mental disability citizenship status veteran status employment status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.