Apple · 2 days ago
AMR- East Development Lead
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$216K/yr - $324K/yr
15+ years expApple is a leading technology company that manages its global real estate portfolio and provides services to all Apple employees and customers. The Development Lead will work with senior leadership to implement business strategies, manage a team, and ensure the successful execution of development projects.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Provide guidance, leadership, support and mentorship to the development team in order to grow individuals within the team and to identify issues and opportunities early in development process for all project and program types including NSOs, refreshes, MEP equipment replacements, fleet wide programs, and complex design issues in operational stores
Ensure that projects are set up properly and with best practice processes and systems to ensure the teams can operate efficiently and effectively using the business workflow process and Apple Standards of quality and design
Support the development team to manage the project’s schedule, budget, quality, safety, and facilities turnover
Drive functional and operational excellence of all projects and programs by providing consistent and prescript feedback to all cross functional teams including real estate, design, innovation, standards, merchandising, direct sourcing, security, IS&T, etc
Partner and collaborate with various internal Apple teams to ensure alignment between the Places team and the wider Operational Business to ensure the successful creation and implementation of tools, systems and processes
Sign-off the project performance, budget and schedule at relevant and key stages within the workflow process (Gate1, Gate2, Schematic Design Review, GC Contract signing)
Relationship management and responsibility for appointing and signing off major external partners and contracts to include Architect, Cost Consultant and General Contractor
Oversight of development and procurement of FFE, bespoke materials, specialty equipment, including establishing performance criteria, mocking-up, testing, QA/QC and strategic implementation of new initiatives
Management of commissioning agents and the proper commissioning of all installed systems and infrastructure to ensure operations are aligned with Apple Standards and the design intent
Management of the closeout process, warranty, construction defects and design errors and omissions, as well as turnover of the project or program to the facilities team
Review of lease terms and collaborate with leasing manager to obtain all necessary approvals from the Landlord
Engage and maintain positive working relationships with local government jurisdictions/departments, works council, etc
Engagement of general contractors, consultants, and vendors including competitive bidding and negotiation including SOWs, CPSAs, and project specific contracts
Review of all proposals, and change order requests from the consultants, general contractors, suppliers and subcontracts for alignment with Apple policies and procedures, and striving for best value to Apple
Qualification
Required
15+ years of construction/project management experience with a demonstrated focus in delivering outstanding retail stores or workplaces
Deep expertise in the planning, scheduling, budgeting, resourcing, and executing complex construction projects with bespoke architectural finishes and integrated systems
Experience in managing a portfolio of projects or programs through highly capable teams and with cross functional partners, across a wide geographical area, utilising project management tools and systems and delivering best in class work
Proven people manager who builds capabilities of individuals and teams through effective employee development, involvement, communication and coaching
Consistent track record of leading highly capable teams to deliver cross-functionally
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Construction Management preferred
Strong background in commercial/industrial construction to include mechanical, electrical, plumbing building systems, tenant improvement with bespoke architectural finishes, site work and ground up construction
Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to meet deadlines as required to meet project schedule
Ability to balance the trade-offs between operational risk and investment, constantly seeking the highest quality and design at the best value
Excellent leadership, communication (keynote), and supervisory skills, including experience working with all levels of an organization and ability to manage customer service issues involving employees in a professional and positive manner
Experience building and maintaining relationships with facility operation teams, utility companies, government agencies, architectural & design firms, and general contracting firms
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
10001+ employees
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CEO
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