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As one of the largest multi-brand luxury retailers in the U.S., with 3,000+ of the world's most desirable brand partners, we're delivering exceptional products and intelligent services enabled by our investments in data and technology. Through the expertise of our associates, we deliver and scale a personalized luxury experience across our three channels of in-store, eCommerce, and remote selling. Our NMG|Way culture, powered by our people, combines individual talents into a collective strength to make life extraordinary.

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Director of Construction

🔍 Dallas, Texas, United States of America

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Facility Maintenance
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COMPANY OVERVIEW
For over a century, Neiman Marcus Group has served the unique needs of our discerning customers by staying true to the principles of our founders:  to be the premier omni-channel retailer of luxury and fashion merchandise dedicated to providing superior service and a distinctive shopping experience in our stores and on our websites. Neiman Marcus Group is comprised of the Specialty Retail Stores division, which includes Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman, and our international brand, mytheresa.com.  Our portfolio of brands offers the finest luxury and fashion apparel, accessories, jewelry, beauty, and home décor. The Company operates more than 40 Neiman Marcus full-line stores in the most affluent markets across the United States, including U.S. gateway cities that draw an international clientele.  In addition, we operate 2 Bergdorf Goodman stores in landmark locations on Fifth Avenue in New York City. We also operate more than 40 Last Call by Neiman Marcus off-price stores that cater to a value oriented, yet fashion minded customer.  Our upscale eCommerce and direct-to-consumer division includes NeimanMarcus.com, BergdorfGoodman.com Horchow.com, LastCall.com, and CUSP.com.  Every day each of our 15,000 NMG associates work towards the goal of enabling our customers to shop any of our brands "anytime, anywhere, and on any device." Whether the merchandise we sell, the customer service we offer, or our investments in technology, everything we do is to enhance the customer experience across all channels and brands.


The Director of Construction will lead and manage a team of project managers for the development and construction of new stores, major/minor renovations, and capital improvement projects.


Job Duties

  • Negotiating capital improvement development requirements with developers and landlords.
  • Oversee the development and construction of new stores and major/minor renovations of existing stores by leading a team of in house project and site managers with outsourced professional architectural and engineering services.
  • Develop and manage project budgets.  
  • Partner with local jurisdictions to obtain entitlements and or conditions of development approval.
  •  Promote and contribute to the company’s vision and growth of the future.
  • Provide insightful leadership regarding the efforts of direct reports and project managers.

Job Requirements


  • Minimum of 10 years experience in leading and managing high-end retail or hospitality projects that involved the development of new locations and major/minor renovation projects.
  • Proficient in project development, from site selection to real estate negotiations to building schematic design through construction documents, bidding and construction administration.
  • BS, Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, Construction Management or other related field preferred.
  • Architecture license a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of building codes and laws related to retail/hospitality improvements.
  • Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills are required.
  • Ability to travel out of town frequently.
  • Must be strategically flexible and agile.
  • Have exceptional teamwork and customer service skills.
  • Have strong positive written and oral communications skills.
  • Creative, self-initiating, forward thinking, proactive, action oriented and results driven.
  • Promotes and embraces positive change.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Values people.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing firms, recruitment agencies, or any other third parties. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted to Neiman Marcus Group or its affiliates without prior approval from Neiman Marcus Group Talent Acquisition will be considered unsolicited, and Neiman Marcus Group will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

Los Angeles and San Francisco Applicants: Neiman Marcus will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history as required by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our Talent Attraction process. If you have a disability and need assistance or an accommodation, please reach out to ApplicantSupport@NeimanMarcus.com. To listen to an audio clip of this information, click HERE.