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DIRECTOR OF ARCHITECTURAL DEPARTMENT
based in Group’s headquarters in Kifissia
The job holder will report to the Group Operations Director.
Main accountabilities:
• The drafting, planning and supervision of the architectural design of stores & sales points in Department Stores (shop-in-shop) - in collaboration with the Brands the company represents and often based on the concepts of the respective brands - and their presentation.
• The compilation, planning and supervision of the architectural design of sales points (shop-in-shop) for the suppliers of the Department Stores and their presentation.
• The creative study and supervision of constructions & construction sites.
• The coordination of market research for materials and services in relation to construction.
• The selection, coordination and control of outsourced architectural firms, civil engineers and mechanical engineers, as well as the supervision of the collaborating contractors and craftsmen.
• The offers processing and negotiation, the preparation of budgets and reports and the approval and monitoring of payments.
• The supervision of technical support & constant maintenance of stores & office buildings.
• The management and supervision of the Team of Architects and Decorators of the Department (staffing, delegation of responsibilities, goal setting, performance appraisal, work schedules, leaves, etc.).
Suitable candidates should have:
• Architecture School Degree, with power of signature (plans, studies, issuance of permits, etc.).
• At least 15 years of relevant experience (including physical supervision) - Experience in Retail projects is essential.
• Experience in managing projects, contractors and work crews.
• Experience in drawing up architectural application plans.
• Very good knowledge of English and technical terms (oral and written).
• Excellent knowledge of AutoCad and very good knowledge of Microsoft Office.