ABOUT SAINT LAURENT Founded in 1961, Yves Saint Laurent was the first couture house to introduce the concept of luxury prêt-à-porter in a 1966 collection called ‘Rive Gauche’, synonymous with youth and freedom. This shift represented a first critical step in the modernization of fashion and revolutionized the socio-cultural landscape. In 1999, the luxury goods division of the Kering Group acquired Yves Saint Laurent and, under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello since April 2016, continues to position the house at the summit of the luxury universe. Today, Saint Laurent collections include women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, shoes, handbags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties and eyewear.

ROLE

This position is based in the Saint Laurent Hong Kong office, reporting directly to the Store Planning Director, managing store projects across Asia Pacific.  

MISSION

Project Management

• Manage and oversee all types of construction projects: new stores, renovation, pop-up, reinstatement
• Control and lead all aspects of project from inception through to completion, work with HQ Design team, country leaders, and in-house functional parties on project planning, store design, project finance and time management
• Closely monitor projects and work with all related parties to ensure corporate standards and statutory requirements are achieved
• Lead the local contractors, vendors and consultants to achieve corporate design intent; resolve design issues and delivery through efficient construction details and process
• Anticipate and react to all conditions that may impact project budget or timelines
• Ensure and manage proper documentation from the beginning to the end of the projects

Financial and Cost Management

• Forecast expenditure for projects and manage the budget
• Selection of local and overseas contractors, vendors to deliver projects within budget, time, and corporate standards

• Review and analysis of costs to identify cost-saving opportunities which do not impact upon the overall design concept

PROFILE

• Degree holder or equivalent in Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Management or related field
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in managing store projects for international luxury fashion brand preferred
• Good team player with mature working attitude. Able to manage a team as well as work independently and under pressure
• Ability to think outside the box is a must
• Strong interpersonal and management skills with keen awareness of current market development and updates
• Good knowledge of building systems, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and able to work with local consultants on all statutory requirements/ submissions
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese
• Proficient in MS Excel, Projects, AutoCAD, Photoshop and Sketch-up
• Willing to travel overseas as necessary

Saint Laurent is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.