About the role in C&A We build on traditions as long as they don't stop us from growing. Therefore, we continuously reflect our actions and strive for improvement. This is the only way we can live up to our own standards to reinvent the fashion business in a sustainable way.As one of the Construction Managers for Iberia, working together with the team, you are responsible for the Portfolio action projects assigned for Spain and Portugal. From expansion projects, store openings, relocations, and renovations. Contributing to C&A's growth strategy, leading the implementation of design and construction of assigned stores projects. Implementing all concepts in line with the centrally defined C&A concept design & planning guidelines and executing them compliant to all relevant technical and legal standards significantly contributes to a consistent consumer experience and effectively operated stores as a foundation for strong brand recognition at the point of sale & commercial success.Your Responsibilities At C&A Own the project execution of all assigned modernization projects (refurbishments, relocations & expansions) to achieve frictionless state of the art implementation on concept, in schedule & budget in line with European guidelines.Consult the market real estate team during the lease negotiation process on technical requirements, interfaces & budget requirements to achieve favorable contractual lease terms and landlord contributions.Coordinate & deliver all assigned projects within the end-to-end process from signed off store list to project & handover to operations driving executional efficiency.Coordinate centrally & locally contracted 3rd party breathing workbench on all assigned modernization projects to enable an effective project execution.Prepare necessary documentation for "store project clearance group" on all assigned projects to validate the required modernization scope per project and related budget.Proactively report progress on all assigned projects in the recurring meetings as the key market interface for implementation of the seasonal market modernization program.Contribute operational experience to continuously improve European best practice-based guidelines with the EHO center of excellence teams.Proactively request input from Market Financeteams on operational efficiency & sustainability drivers to take investment decisions on all assigned projects with total cost of ownership & environmental impact in mind.Review & rate the 3rd party network performance on all assigned projects vs. defined cost & quality KPIs to assure continuous delivery vs. cost/quality expectation & identify actionable optimization insightsWhat We Expect Of You Degree in architecture, civil engineering or equivalent work experience background, business administration experience beneficialMin 5 years of experience in delivering development projects in corporate environments - preferably value retailing.Profound experience in implementation branded environments - preferably value retailing.Strong in up-skilling on new processes, skills and conceptsStrong ability to process multiple projects at different stages simultaneously. Organizational skills with strong business acumen and priority setting capabilities.Strong communication and leadership skills and ability to build relationships across teams in Spanish and English. Portuguese is aplus.Possibility to work as a freelance for a temporary period of 6 months. Supporting on specific projects.Possibility to travel around our locations in Spain and Portugal depending on the projects involved.IMPORTANT: If you wish to apply, please share your CV in English. At C&A You Can Look Forward To An exciting job in an international working environmentA positive working atmosphere with an open feedback cultureWorking with an open and driven team, who add fun to work every dayHybrid and flexible working options.Freelance contract for 6 months,for support on specific projects.We are obsessed with the customer. If you are, come and join us!The future looks like you!!!C&A fosters equal opportunity for people of all backgrounds and identities. We are led by a gender-balanced board committed to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can become their best self. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage people belonging to underrepresented groups to apply.C&A fosters equal opportunity for people of all backgrounds and identities. We are led by a gender-balanced board committed to build a diverse and inclusive organization where everyone can become their best self. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage people belonging to underrepresented groups to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr
