Construction Manager - Service Office

Job description

Purpose of the Function

The Construction Manager is responsible for all aspects of the construction of IKEA projects, from start to finish.

Purpose of the Job

The Construction Manager will provide technical and cost input to IKEA internal partners during the projects development / conceptual design phase. Other responsibilities include the permitting co-ordination, physical and cost aspects of the detailed design and construction phases of all projects.

Key assignments

Oversee and direct construction projects from initiation to completion. This includes design, tendering, supervision, hand-over and project closure

Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs

Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts and obtain permits and licenses as and when required

Coordinate construction activities to meet contractual conditions of performance

Review the work progress on a regular basis and prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status

Oversee all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with building and health and safety regulations

Secure quality assurance and control processes. Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques

Identify, monitor and control risks within the scope, manage dependencies and interfaces within the project and between the project and the line organizations

Maintain relations with internal and external parties involved in construction projects

Secure an environment where the IKEA culture is a strong and living reality

Knowledge

Significant experience, 5-10 years of working in construction on managerial level

At least BS degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or related field

Advanced knowledge of construction (management) software packages

Integrity and the ability to establish strong work relationships

Good analytical skills and cost consciousness

Excellent (construction) project management, organizational and co-ordination skills

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Excellent command of English, both spoken and written at business level

Competent in problem solving, conflict and crisis management

Motivation

Strong identification with the IKEA culture and values

High interest in home furnishings, people´s life at home and the IKEA range

Passion for delivering to the IKEA business through expansion projects

Hunger to develop IKEA, the project members and to grow personally

Drive to exceed results within a given framework

Capabilities

Develop the Business and Deliver results

Lead and develop people

Inspire and clarify

Create togetherness

Find better ways

Enable change

Qualification

Ideal Experience & Education

Significant experience, 5-10 years of working in construction on managerial level

At least BS degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or related field

Advanced knowledge of construction (management) software packages

Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task.

Excellent organizational skills.

Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.