Vice President of Construction

We are partnering confidentially with a globally recognized, multi-billion-dollar, New York-based retail leader on a high-impact hybrid opportunity based in New York City.

This is a highly visible executive role overseeing construction strategy and execution across a large-scale North American retail footprint. The Vice President, Construction will play a critical role in shaping the future of the store environment—leading new store development, remodels, and concept evolution across a dynamic, omnichannel business.

This role is ideal for a hands-on, strategic leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys driving complex, multi-site initiatives while building and developing high-performing teams.

Why This Opportunity

This position offers broad exposure across Real Estate, Store Operations, Finance, Legal, Procurement, and Executive Leadership, with the opportunity to directly influence how the brand comes to life in physical spaces across the U.S. and Canada.

The organization is in a pivotal phase of growth and transformation, investing in its store fleet, evolving retail concepts, and enhancing the customer experience. This role will be instrumental in bringing that vision to life through disciplined execution, strong partnerships, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Own

• Lead construction strategy and execution across a portfolio of 1,000+ retail locations across North America
• Oversee all new store openings, renovations, remodels, and in-store concept development
• Drive end-to-end project delivery, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, permitting, and execution
• Develop and manage annual and long-term capital budgets, ensuring alignment with business priorities
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing, geographically dispersed construction team
• Partner cross-functionally with Real Estate, Store Operations, Finance, Legal, and Procurement to align on priorities and execution
• Manage external vendors, contractors, and design partners to ensure quality, efficiency, and accountability
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, drive efficiencies, and enhance overall project delivery

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of experience in retail construction, with leadership over large-scale, multi-site programs
• Proven ability to lead complex construction initiatives across diverse geographies and store formats
• Strong financial acumen, including experience managing budgets, forecasting, and cost control
• Demonstrated success building and developing high-performing teams
• Ability to influence and partner effectively across cross-functional stakeholders and senior leadership
• Experience working in fast-paced, evolving environments with shifting priorities
• Strong knowledge of commercial real estate, retail environments, and construction project management
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field required
• Willingness to travel as needed (approximately 40–50%)

Compensation:
$250,000-$275,000 per year