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$208,000.00/yr - $251,100.00/yr North America Corporate Director of People & Culture and Facilities
About the Company: Avolta is the leading global travel retail and food & beverage player, enhancing every traveler’s journey through innovation and seamless execution. Operating in 73 countries with more than 1,000 locations, Avolta delivers a diverse, world-class experience across retail and dining. In North America, Avolta is comprised of HMSHost, Hudson, and Dufry. Together, the company operates over 2,000 stores across travel convenience, specialty retail, duty free, and food & beverage in travel venues, including airports, commuter hubs, landmarks, and tourist destinations, serving millions of guests each year. Purpose: The Vice President of Design & Construction oversees the department responsible for design, construction, and development of new restaurants and retail stores including Duty Free locations, remodel projects, and concept conversions across the company’s portfolio of North America airports. Responsibilities:
Oversees the Design and Construction function and leads departmental staff consisting of internal project, procurement, design, estimating and architectural professionals; develops and enhances department procedures, training, tools, and capabilities Contributes strategic guidance and direction to Business Development and Operations partners on new business proposals, re-development programs, and other real estate maximization projects and initiatives Provides strategic and tactical guidance for all capital projects from initial opportunity assessments through restaurant and retail store hand-off and throughout lease terms during mid-term reinvestments, concept conversions, etc. Partners with Global Shop Development on Duty-Free retail design development, retail standards best practices, process improvement, and internal audit initiatives Establishes reporting protocols, cadence, and form of project progress, scope change, schedule adherence, and budget compliance communications; regularly meets with executive leadership to communicate project status Coaches staff to find innovative and creative design and construction solutions; drives a culture of engagement, innovation, and collaboration within the function Monitors progress on design and construction projects and provides coaching and support as needed to optimize team effectiveness and project delivery performance; ensures compliance with the company’s capital policies and procedures Establishes and develops a community of highly capable external third-party designers, architects, engineers, contractors, project managers, equipment/furniture vendors, etc. to support the company’s goals and commitments Proactively drives and supports the company’s ESG goals and initiatives, including adopting sustainable practices, establishing minority and women-owned partnerships, and utilizing technology and building processes that are more efficient and have less of a long-term impact on the environment Reporting Relationship: The Vice President of Design & Construction reports to the Senior Vice President, Business Development Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment:
Education and Experience: The combination of education and professional experience must exceed 12 years: In a leadership role: Requires 7 years of experience leading a senior level team of construction management professionals engaged in developing and executing design & construction programs In a technical role: Requires 10 years of experience engaged in developing and delivering design & construction programs A bachelor’s degree in a program related to the functional area can count for 3 of the ten-year requirement An MBA or a master’s level degree in a program related to the functional area can count for an additional 2 years of the ten-year requirement In the industry: 3-5 years of Hospitality, F&B and/or Retail experience Specialized Training:
Knowledge of relevant state and federal regulations and statutes Expert level of knowledge and experience with design/build and project management, budgeting and cost control of food service and retail facility construction, and management of in-house personnel and outside consultants and contractors Requires excellent skills in communication, consulting, influencing, and negotiating and a proven ability to operate effectively and professionally at all levels of an organization Highly advanced business acumen and also has the strategic mindset required to understand the long-term implications of design & construction management decisions and to advance the organization’s goals Demonstrated history of anticipating and balancing the needs of the business with the needs of complex stakeholders, the employee population and individual circumstances Demonstrated history of creating and maintaining positive work environments through coaching, developing, and leading virtual teams to achieve common goals Demonstrated experience exhibiting a continuous improvement mindset with the ability to optimize work processes and achieve positive results Disclaimer: All job requirements are subject to change to reflect the evolving position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis. Dufry, Hudson, and HMSHost are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. Seniority level
Executive Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering, Business Development, and Design Industries
Food and Beverage Services, Retail, and Airlines and Aviation
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$208,000.00/yr - $251,100.00/yr North America Corporate Director of People & Culture and Facilities
About the Company: Avolta is the leading global travel retail and food & beverage player, enhancing every traveler’s journey through innovation and seamless execution. Operating in 73 countries with more than 1,000 locations, Avolta delivers a diverse, world-class experience across retail and dining. In North America, Avolta is comprised of HMSHost, Hudson, and Dufry. Together, the company operates over 2,000 stores across travel convenience, specialty retail, duty free, and food & beverage in travel venues, including airports, commuter hubs, landmarks, and tourist destinations, serving millions of guests each year. Purpose: The Vice President of Design & Construction oversees the department responsible for design, construction, and development of new restaurants and retail stores including Duty Free locations, remodel projects, and concept conversions across the company’s portfolio of North America airports. Responsibilities:
Oversees the Design and Construction function and leads departmental staff consisting of internal project, procurement, design, estimating and architectural professionals; develops and enhances department procedures, training, tools, and capabilities Contributes strategic guidance and direction to Business Development and Operations partners on new business proposals, re-development programs, and other real estate maximization projects and initiatives Provides strategic and tactical guidance for all capital projects from initial opportunity assessments through restaurant and retail store hand-off and throughout lease terms during mid-term reinvestments, concept conversions, etc. Partners with Global Shop Development on Duty-Free retail design development, retail standards best practices, process improvement, and internal audit initiatives Establishes reporting protocols, cadence, and form of project progress, scope change, schedule adherence, and budget compliance communications; regularly meets with executive leadership to communicate project status Coaches staff to find innovative and creative design and construction solutions; drives a culture of engagement, innovation, and collaboration within the function Monitors progress on design and construction projects and provides coaching and support as needed to optimize team effectiveness and project delivery performance; ensures compliance with the company’s capital policies and procedures Establishes and develops a community of highly capable external third-party designers, architects, engineers, contractors, project managers, equipment/furniture vendors, etc. to support the company’s goals and commitments Proactively drives and supports the company’s ESG goals and initiatives, including adopting sustainable practices, establishing minority and women-owned partnerships, and utilizing technology and building processes that are more efficient and have less of a long-term impact on the environment Reporting Relationship: The Vice President of Design & Construction reports to the Senior Vice President, Business Development Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment:
Education and Experience: The combination of education and professional experience must exceed 12 years: In a leadership role: Requires 7 years of experience leading a senior level team of construction management professionals engaged in developing and executing design & construction programs In a technical role: Requires 10 years of experience engaged in developing and delivering design & construction programs A bachelor’s degree in a program related to the functional area can count for 3 of the ten-year requirement An MBA or a master’s level degree in a program related to the functional area can count for an additional 2 years of the ten-year requirement In the industry: 3-5 years of Hospitality, F&B and/or Retail experience Specialized Training:
Knowledge of relevant state and federal regulations and statutes Expert level of knowledge and experience with design/build and project management, budgeting and cost control of food service and retail facility construction, and management of in-house personnel and outside consultants and contractors Requires excellent skills in communication, consulting, influencing, and negotiating and a proven ability to operate effectively and professionally at all levels of an organization Highly advanced business acumen and also has the strategic mindset required to understand the long-term implications of design & construction management decisions and to advance the organization’s goals Demonstrated history of anticipating and balancing the needs of the business with the needs of complex stakeholders, the employee population and individual circumstances Demonstrated history of creating and maintaining positive work environments through coaching, developing, and leading virtual teams to achieve common goals Demonstrated experience exhibiting a continuous improvement mindset with the ability to optimize work processes and achieve positive results Disclaimer: All job requirements are subject to change to reflect the evolving position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis. Dufry, Hudson, and HMSHost are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. Seniority level
Executive Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering, Business Development, and Design Industries
Food and Beverage Services, Retail, and Airlines and Aviation
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