Sr. Project Manager, Pre-Construction

Foot Locker•New York, NY

20d•Hybrid

About The Position

Foot Locker, Inc. is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Senior Project Manager to lead pre-construction planning for retail capital projects. The role is responsible for developing accurate budgets, schedules, and risk assessments and ensuring an efficient transition to functional teams. The ideal candidate brings strong estimating expertise and cross-functional coordination skills. This hybrid position is located at the company’s New York office. The expected in-office schedule is three days per week, typically Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The role manages a large portfolio of retail development projects and may involve occasional travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
10 years of experience in retail development with mall and street locations.
6–10 years of experience developing work letters and cost estimates, and tracking or forecasting construction progress.
Ability to read blueprints.
Ability to read and negotiate contracts.
Ability to develop and review budgets, cost estimates, and project schedules.
Knowledge of union and non-union regulations.
Knowledge of building codes.
Knowledge of construction means and methods in North America.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects of varying scope simultaneously.
Experience with project cost-control procedures, including tracking actual expenditures and budgets.

Responsibilities

Develop feasibility project schedules.
Develop and manage preliminary and final budgets for the assigned portfolio.
Forecast landlord development and construction progress for the assigned portfolio.
Evaluate budget versus actual results and maintain portfolio metrics.
Benchmark cost and schedule results against industry standards.
Research and update cost-estimating standards based on industry trends and market conditions.
Develop and maintain landlord work letters and construction cost estimates across a large volume of projects.
Forecast landlord construction status and reliability.
Manage multiple projects of varying scope simultaneously and work independently.
Use project cost-control procedures to track actual expenditures and budgets.
Interface with Lease Administration to review lease documents.
Comprehend and negotiate contracts.
Provide construction costs and trade-specific information.
Adapt to changing business needs.