Macy’s is a storied company that has captured the hearts of America for over 160 years. The Senior Project Manager will oversee the administration and implementation of construction and capital projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget while improving the customer shopping experience.
Responsibilities:
- Support the capital approval process, including budget and scope development, and preparation of phasing plans and project schedules
- Oversee construction, bidding, and administration processes in compliance with Capital Control policies and procedures. Participate in developing and maintaining construction cost estimates and forecasts, and manage ongoing budget tracking reports to ensure projects remain within budget
- Build and maintain strong relationships with other Macy’s departments, including Stores, Strategic Procurement, Energy, Risk Management, Capital Planning, and Capital Control, demonstrating effective communication and collaboration skills
- Establish and maintain a network of competitive general contractors, subcontractors, and architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing service suppliers
- Lead strategic initiatives to refine and improve project operations and management processes
- Collaborate with store, district, and regional partners, as well as suppliers, to resolve property damage claims efficiently
- Support the Store Environment team and store organization in efforts to drive sales growth
- Mentor and coach Project Managers as needed or upon request
- Maintain regular, dependable attendance and punctuality
- Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities
- In addition to the essential duties mentioned above, other duties may be assigned
Requirements:
- Candidates with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply
- Ability to administer and implement construction and capital projects, oversee bidding and administration processes, and ensure completion on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards
- Skilled in budget development, cost estimation, forecasting, and ongoing budget tracking to ensure projects remain within financial parameters
- Builds and maintains strong relationships with internal departments (Stores, Strategic Procurement, Energy, Risk Management, Capital Planning, and Capital Control) and external partners (contractors, subcontractors, and service suppliers) to drive alignment and results
- Capable of developing phasing plans, project schedules, and strategic initiatives to refine and improve project operations and management processes
- Able to identify, assess, and resolve property damage claims, project issues, and operational challenges efficiently
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to present information clearly to customers, leadership, and internal/external partners
- Demonstrates flexibility in a fast-paced environment, champions new initiatives, reduces costs, and saves time
- This position requires heavy lifting, constant moving, remaining in a stationary position, and reaching with arms and hands
- Able to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on department and company needs
- Master's degree preferred