Senior Design Manager

CHANEL•Toronto, ON

2d•CA$125,000 - CA$135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Lead all phases of design coordination, construction project management, procurement, and financial reporting for all new projects and existing asset renovations relating to Fragrance and Beauty (F&B), Watches and Fine Jewelry (WFJ), Fashion and CHANEL Corporate offices within Canada. Demonstrate a command of the brand’s image, adhere to CHANEL global guidelines and work hand in hand with other business units within the Canadian team.

Requirements

Minimum of 10+ years retail store design experience on client or agency side.
Degree in Interior Design or Architecture or equivalent experience working on similar luxury retail projects for a minimum of 10 years.
Strong comprehension of architectural and engineering drawings (required).
Confidence and practical understanding of a construction site (required).
Use of AutoCAD and Sketchup are mandatory.

Nice To Haves

PMP designation or LEED accreditation is as asset.
Use of Photoshop, Indesign, Ilustrator and Excel is an asset.
Experience with COUPA is as asset.

Responsibilities

Project management and execution for all new F&B, Fashion and WFJ and Corporate builds and renovations throughout all phases.
Be responsible for the local adaption of drawings and concept renderings received from UK regional Store Planning team.
Design and coordinate all back of house stockrooms and operational spaces.
Hire and work with local professionals to prepare full working drawing packages for permit, tender, and construction.
Work closely with internal cross functional teams to understand and their needs and implement their operational requirements into the design.
Prepare the planning, budgeting and forecasting of assigned projects and review with the Head of Store Planning, CFO and President.
Monthly reporting to the Head of Store Planning on all active projects.
When needed, preform site visits, and collaborate with CHANEL’s Repair and Maintenance Manager to ensure CHANEL’s brand image standards are being maintained across the Canadian portfolio.
Obtain relevant approval for proposed design and ensure subsequent detailing, specification and overall project management is of the highest standard.
Update the Project Critical Path, ensuring that the design is both on time and on budget.
Manage and ensure rapid and efficient work output.
Responsible for managing, reviewing, and implementing the design of audio visual, security, information technology, lighting, and loss prevention systems.
Work with the landlord’s tenant coordination team and negotiate best outcomes for the brand.
Ensure landlord’s handover conditions meet brand standards and executed lease document.
Select and award general contractors, suppliers and consultant team.
Lead walk throughs on the construction site with external and internal team members as required.
Ability to identify discrepancies between approved drawings and site conditions. The candidate will find resolutions for such variances to not affect timeline and budget.
Issue status reports to regional and local teams during the construction process.
Inspect quality of all finishes, furniture, materials, and products that arrive on site. Will work with suppliers on replacements if required.
Effective management of the selected shop fitters to ensure timely, high-quality and correct delivery and instillation of all CHANEL millwork.
Oversee site control and inspection of installation where necessary and ensure compliance with relevant local building and health and safety regulations.
Review and approval of shop drawings.
Ensure timely and appropriate delivery to site of all necessary components for installation as well as timely distribution of relevant drawings to Merchandising Manager, Display Representatives and other relevant parties.
In collaboration with the CFO, ensure all design works fall within agreed upon budgets.
Timely, accurate and efficient management and coding of incoming and outgoing invoices as well as payments related to each project, in conjunction with other members of the team.
Write POs using COUPA and issue them to vendors, track invoices and coordinate with finance for payment.
Manage directly procured product shipments from various suppliers.
Work with customs agent brokers to clear goods at the boarder.
Arrange for delivery of goods from boarder to a local storage facility or to construction site.
Ensure negotiated quotes with suppliers are of the best value and quality.
Ensure insurance and warranties are included when possible.
Adhere to CHANEL’s procurement policy, green guidelines and sustainability efforts.
Travel within Canada for 30% of the role.
Support legal and leasing teams with lease documents in relation to store design and construction.
Additional duties may be added according to the needs of the business and as requested by the President and/or CHANEL Head Office.

Benefits

Private medical and dental insurance
long-term disability coverage
life insurance
accidental death and dismemberment insurance
company pension plan
bonus program
generous vacation days
sick leave
CSR (volunteering) days
a day off for your birthday
robust global parental leave policy
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – 24/7 access to resources, including counseling, legal support, wellness services, and financial guidance.
mentorship programs
learning opportunities
career advancement within the company