03 Aug
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Lululemon
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Vancouver
03 Aug
Lululemon
Vancouver
lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we’re in.
Lead a team responsible for executing all retail construction projects within North America (New Store Openings Optimizations, Renovations, Temp Spaces, Pop‑up build outs, etc.). Lead a team responsible for all Repairs and Maintenance programs within the North America Retail portfolio to ensure we maintain a safe, comfortable, and luxury experience for all guests and educators. Develop and implement new execution strategies, with a strategic focus on elevating quality and reducing costs to improve overall store economics.
Oversee the successful delivery of all projects on time and on budget while managing key project‑level milestones and metrics. Oversee all major vendor relationships across the Construction and Facilities categories (50+ vendors) including onboarding/offboarding vendors, establishing and maintaining service level agreements, and optimizing sourcing strategies. Manage the timely execution of all repairs within established budgets and service level agreements.
Manage the proactive replacement strategy for fixed assets nearing the end of their useful life. Provide leadership to a team monitoring performance, conducting regular pace checks,
and offering constructive feedback to support their professional development. Partner and manage relationships with key internal stakeholders.
Coach, mentor, and develop a team of skilled Construction and Facilities Management professionals. Collaborate with Retail Operations, Construction, Real Estate, Store Design, Alternate Channels, Procurement, and FP&A; on new ways of working in the pursuit of operational excellence. Play a key role in shaping strategic decisions for the area or team regarding capital and expense repairs/projects.
Utilize strong analytical skills to evaluate complex situations, analyze data, and provide informed recommendations for optimal solutions. 15+ years project management experience within a retail construction workplace. Facilities management or equivalent experience.
Vendor
Management experience. 10+ years of leading construction professionals, contractors, and teams. Demonstrated experience in creating/managing a portfolio of projects from identification through to project close‑out. Expert in managing construction budgets, value engineering conversations and negotiating change orders.
Must be versatile and able to manage multiple projects in various stages at any one time in the life cycle of a project.
Practiced in store development processes, vendor management, client relations. Proficient in MS Office, Excel, Project, SharePoint.
Travel may be required to markets and store sites pre‑, during and post‑construction (up to 40% of your time). Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalents from a 4‑year college preferred. Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships. Immigration support is potentially available for this role. lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay‑for‑performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program and equity offerings, subject to program eligibility requirements.
Recognizing Our Teams For Their Performance
And Dedication, Other Components Of Our Total Rewards Offerings Include Support Of Career Development, Wellbeing, And Personal Growth. Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans Savings and retirement plan matching People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
📌 Senior Director - North America Construction & Retail Facilities (Vancouver)
🏢 Lululemon
📍 Vancouver