You will be responsible for overseeing the on site process of store fit outs and refurbishments, this includes relationship management of external contractors ensuring that projects are completed on time and within pre-approved budgets. You will also support the delivery of a comprehensive programme of new store openings, relocations and refurbishments in a safe, sustainable and legally compliant way.

• Responsible for the on site store shop fit / remedial works process whilst on site, giving guidance to contractors whilst undertake required works whilst ensuring compliance with current regulations and delivering a high standard of store fit out.
• Responsible for the completion of individual store reviews and identify remedial works required, document and issue to relevant individuals.
• Responsible for managing projects across the existing estate as and when needed.
• Undertake site surveys, providing measured surveys and photographic / condition reports, preparing detailed schedules of condition where required.
• Responsible for the review and approval of Contractor Health & Safety to ensure compliance with current regulations.
• Responsible for all associated documentation in relaation to store fit out specification.
• Participate in pre-start meetings with the wider Property Team and external contractors, giving clear guidance on works required whilst on site.
• Attend site meetings with landlords Project Manager’s to agree and sign off condition of buildings prior to shop fit start.
• Support with the preparation of statutory compliance apllications such as Building Regulations Applications, Building Warrants, Fire Safety Certificates.
• Accountable for the Site Audit Co-ordinator role ensuring the process for all snagging is completed in a timely manner to an acceptable standard.

• Demonstrable Leadership capability both in a people management and site management capacity
• Demonstrable experience of working on construction sites and experience of working within an office environment.
• Demonstrable design, construction and property knowledge
• Must have minimum 3 years experience in a similar Construction Management role.
• Demonstrable self leadership capability in relation to legislation and compliance
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate and influence and challenge external and internal stakeholders
• Demonstrable decision making capability within a fast paced environment

Card Factory is the UK’s leading specialist retailer of greetings cards, dressings, and gifts with over one thousand stores across the UK and Ireland. In 2020 we launched our exciting 5-year business strategy including our vision of becoming a true Omni-channel retailer. This strategy sees significant investment into our colleagues across the business creating multiple opportunities to join a fast-paced environment and be part of our exciting journey.

In return, we offer a wide range of benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

Benefits

• Pension
• 15% Card Factory colleague discount in-store and online
• Save As You Earn scheme
• Financial Wellbeing Support
  • Financial Education Tools
  • Salary Advance
• Seasonal incentive schemes
• Retail Management Apprenticeship Programmes with local providers with access to a virtual internal network for learning together
• Discounted gym membership, mobile phone contracts, and car leasing
• Discounts across 100’s of UK retailers
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to tools to support mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave

This is an exciting role with genuine prospects for the right candidate. If this role describes you and your career aspirations, click apply now.

For any questions email: vacancies@cardfactory.co.uk (we do not accept CVs/Applications via email)

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient suitable applications have been received. We advise applying early to avoid disappointment as applications will be reviewed regularly.

No agencies, please.