Director Retail Distribution - Long Island City, United States - Altice USA

Description

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We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're on the hunt for enthusiastic professionals to join our team We understand that connectivity isn't just a luxury anymore - it's a necessity that empowers lives, fuels businesses, and drives innovation. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. We owe our success to our amazing product, commitment to our people and the connections we make in every community.

If you are resourceful, collaborative, team-oriented and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is the Company for you

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Job Summary

As the Director of Retail Distribution, you will be responsible for overseeing the construction management of all retail store builds, remodels, refreshes, and other retail-related construction projects. Reporting to the Vice President of Retail, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution of projects while adhering to tight timelines, following policies and procedures, and fostering collaboration across internal and external partners and vendors.

Responsibilities

Project Management:

• Lead the planning, execution, and completion of retail construction projects from conception to final delivery, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and quality standards.

Budget and Timeline Management:

• Develop and manage project budgets and timelines, closely monitoring progress and implementing corrections as needed to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, building codes, and company policies and procedures. Identify and mitigate project risks to minimize disruptions and delays.

Pre-Construction:

• Support the Real Estate Team in deal negotiation and DOP process, including reviewing LOIs and lease drafts, preparing REC budgets, developing project schedules, and tracking LL work.
• Manage architect and design support, including overseeing the construction document process, permitting, and bidding processes.

Construction:

• Manage construction progress, including weekly updates, photo reviews, tracking critical path milestones, OFI deliveries, RFI/submittals, and vendor work.
• Conduct site visits as necessary and provide project updates to business units.
• Ensure cost, schedule, and quality targets are met through weekly site photo reviews and management of change orders.
• Oversee punch list completion, store turnover to Operations, final inspections, and warranty work.

Post-Construction (Close Out):

• Collect all required close-out documents, including as-builts, project cost reconciliation, and TAB reports.
• Issue repair and maintenance playbook to Operations and manage warranty work.

Collect TIA and establish R&M contracts.

• Provide feedback on the build process and archive project information

Qualifications

• B.S. or B.A. degree
• Minimum of 10 years in retail construction management with a proven track record of consistent delivery against business plans and targets
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to develop comprehensive project plans, allocate resources effectively, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams, external vendors, and senior leadership.
• Sound knowledge of construction principles, building codes, zoning regulations, and industry best practices.
• Strong leadership qualities, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

At Optimum, we're fueled by our four core pillars: Taking Ownership, Upholding Transparency, Creating Community, and Demonstrating Expertise. Our commitment to empowering employees to take responsibility and embrace proactive problem-solving underpins Taking Ownership. Upholding Transparency is at the core of our culture, with open and honest communication fostering trust among our dedicated team and loyal customers. Creating Community is more than a goal; it's our daily commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and positivity. Demonstrating expertise is a promise we uphold through continuous learning and engagement with our customers to consistently deliver top-quality products and services. These pillars not only shape our culture but define Optimum as a place of excellence, trustworthiness, and thriving community, and we invite you to be a part of our journey.

If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team, so together, we'll shape the future of connectivity.

All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company's discretion based on business necessity.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Company provides reasonable accommodations upon request in accordance with applicable requirements.

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Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in New Yorkis$141,372.00-$232,254.00 / year. For other locations, please inquire with your recruiter. The rates/ranges provided herein are the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and do not reflect future job opportunity.

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