Job Description
The main purpose of this position is to be accountable, plan and execute the development of new stores and remodelling of existing stores.
DUTIES:
Project management and accountability for the new store and revamp build process comprising of:
- Liaison and management of all stakeholders for the design, conceptualization and execution of new builds and remodels
- Management and Accountability for the IC approval process
- IC (Investment Council) Approval: preparation and presentation of IC decks for capex approval.
- Municipal approvals: lead the preparation and submission of all required plans and applications to ensure the site is fully permitted for proposed development with close collaboration with architects and Design & Construction Team within required timelines.
- Costing, Scheduling and Supplier selection: Overall accountability for the build process with the aim of delivering the project according to agreed timelines, costs and quality parameters
- Overall accountability of project timelines and costs
Site Selection & Alignment:
- Identify and secure at least 7 new and 2 relocate sites annually using Equity Network Plan.
- Plan Equity IC tours.
Optimization of the rental portfolio:
- Lease Completion: post IC approval, complete lease negotiations with the support of Legal to execute lease agreements expeditiously
- Management of existing leases
Managing of the Company’s maintenance function
- Supervise and motivate the Maintenance Manager
- Ensures that the Maintenance Manager coordinates work performed by outside vendors
- Approves efficient repair schedules and reviews repair cost estimates
- Prioritize the maintenance and repairs of company equipment and parts
- Ensures control and monitor inventory
- Implement safety policies and procedures for the department
REQUIREMENTS:
- A tertiary qualification with preference to property studies
- Further qualifications such as SAPOA or SACSC would be beneficial;
- Strong understanding of property development
- Experience in retail site conversions
- Financial modelling skills;
- Project management skills
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good communication skills
- Broad network of contacts within the property industry