Director, Pre-Construction Store Development (Hybrid)

Footlocker; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage

401(k) | Roth 401(k)

Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Opportunities for Advancement

Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified C

Strong Company Culture

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Foot Locker is hiring a Director of Pre-Construction Store Development in New York. You will lead cross-functional, high-volume project teams across mall-based and high-street venues, driving cost standards and end-to-end budgets while coordinating with leases and stakeholders.

The role requires 8+ years in retail development, advanced Excel and Smartsheet proficiency, and strong negotiation and leadership skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction-related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 8 years retail store development experience.
• Experience in mall-based and high-street environments.
• Ability to read blueprints/construction documents.
• Strong budgeting, estimating and cost analysis skills.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating contracts; knowledge of codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple concurrent projects across varying scopes and locations.
• Develop and maintain landlord work letter standards and cost controls.
• Create and manage build-out cost standards and dashboards.
• Review lease documents for accuracy and alignment with contracts.
• Provide detailed construction cost insights to internal teams.
• Manage budgets end-to-end and track KPIs for proactive decisions.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Smartsheet

Budgeting

Contract negotiation

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Architecture/Engineering

Master’s degree or PMP/LEED AP (preferred)

Tools

Smartsheet

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.

As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next.

Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve.

Come change the game with us.

This hybrid position will be located at our Corporate Office in New York, New York. Expectations for hybrid in-office schedule is three days a week; Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Foot Locker, Inc. is hiring a Pre-Construction Store Development Director to join our team! The Director, Pre-Construction Store Development is a strategic leader in Foot Locker’s Store Development lifecycle, responsible for overseeing and driving the pre-construction process across all project types. This is a highly collaborative role within this department that requires knowledge of the overall lifecycle process that will lead cross-functional coordination, cost management, and standards development while ensuring alignment with broader business goals. As a director, it is critical to drive these processes by working with both internal and external stakeholders.

Foot Locker Corporate Office

2 Pennsylvania Plaza

New York, NY 10121

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. At this time, Foot Locker will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage high volumes of work across multiple concurrent projects, including travel as needed
• Develop and maintain landlord work letter standards
• Create, implement, and manage build-out cost standards and processes
• Manage simultaneous projects of varying scope, size, and location
• Maintain strict adherence to project cost control procedures and reporting
• Partner with Lease Administration to review lease documents for accuracy and alignment
• Negotiate and interpret contract language related to construction deliverables
• Provide detailed construction costs and trade-specific insights to internal teams
• Demonstrate agility in responding to the evolving needs of the business and market conditions
• Oversee cost benchmarking, analysis of budget vs. actuals, and alignment to market/industry trends
• Own the end-to-end process for preliminary and final project budgets
• Dive operational excellence by managing pre-construction performance through dashboards, reporting tools, and KPI tracking to ensure proactive decision-making and accountability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Minimum 8 years of experience retail store development
• Demonstrated expertise in both mall-based and high-street retail environments, with a deep understanding of their unique challenges and opportunities
• Proficient in blueprint and construction document reading
• Strong budgeting, estimating, and cost analysis capabilities
• Experience reviewing and negotiating contracts
• Deep understanding of union and non-union labor regulations
• Familiarity with building codes and permitting processes across North America
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, etc.
• Highly skilled in Smartsheet for project tracking, reporting and dashboard creation
• Proven leadership in managing complex, multi-site development projects
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and analytical skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or certifications such as PMP or LEED AP
• Experience with sustainable building practices and retail innovation
• Preferred 10+ years industry experience

At Foot Locker, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity in all that we do. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, during interviews and assessments. To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please review the following guidelines:

• Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
• AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.

Benefits

The annual base salary range is $140000 - $165000 / year. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below.

Foot Locker Benefits:

• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
• 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
• Strong Company Culture
• Employee Resource Groups

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