Regional Director Construction - East

Foot Locker; New York (NY); On-site; USD 155,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) and Roth 401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Foot Locker seeks a Regional Director of Construction to oversee store construction and development in New York, ensuring projects meet budget and timeline expectations. You will manage a team of Project Managers and partner with various departments for project lifecycle management.

The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of experience in retail construction and possess strong leadership and strategic planning skills. You'll contribute significantly to our growth and operational efficiency while receiving competitive benefits and incentives.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of commercial retail construction and development experience.
• Experience managing large-scale project portfolios across multiple markets.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction execution across the assigned region.
• Manage regional construction budgets and reporting processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across construction execution.

Skills

Project management

Construction expertise

Leadership

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

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. Apply today!

Role

The Regional Director of Construction - East will lead and oversee store construction and development execution across the assigned region for Foot Locker North America brands, Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, and Champs. This role is responsible for driving successful delivery of new stores, remodels, relocations, refreshes, and strategic capital projects while ensuring alignment to brand standards, operational goals, budget expectations, and project timelines. This leader will partner cross‑functionally with Real Estate, Design, Preconstruction, Procurement, Finance, Operations, and external consultants to manage the full project lifecycle from feasibility through project turnover. The Regional Director will also lead and develop a team of Project Managers while driving continuous improvement in construction execution, vendor performance, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting processes.

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Senior Director, Construction
• Direct reports: 3-5 Regional Senior Project Managers

What Success Looks Like

• Ensuring your team of Project Managers is delivering projects consistently on time and within budget
• Building strong contractor and vendor partnerships
• Developing high‑performing Project Managers and regional teams
• Driving consistency and accountability across regional execution
• Improving construction processes, reporting, and operational efficiency
• Supporting brand growth through successful store delivery execution

Responsibilities

Regional Construction Leadership

• Lead construction execution across the assigned region, ensuring alignment with company objectives, brand standards, and operational priorities.
• Oversee delivery of new stores, remodels, relocations, refreshes, and special projects.
• Ensure all projects are completed on time, within approved budget, and in alignment with Cost, Quality, and Schedule (CQS) expectations.
• Provide leadership and escalation support for at‑risk projects, driving timely resolution of schedule, cost, or quality issues.

Store Development & Preconstruction Partnership

• Partner closely with Real Estate, Design, and Preconstruction teams during site selection, feasibility review, and lease negotiation phases.
• Provide construction expertise to validate project scope, schedule assumptions, landlord work requirements, and cost expectations.
• Support development strategy and execution planning across assigned brands and markets.

Construction Operations & Vendor Management

• Lead contractor sourcing, bid qualification, bid leveling, and vendor selection processes.
• Direct contract negotiation, execution, and administration activities across the regional portfolio.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with general contractors, consultants, landlords, and vendors.
• Monitor vendor performance and drive accountability to company standards.

Financial & Schedule Management

• Manage regional construction budgets, forecasting, cost tracking, and reporting processes.
• Ensure adherence to project schedules and critical path milestones.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process efficiency, and schedule optimization.
• Partner with Finance and leadership teams on capital planning and budget management.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers and construction team members.
• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability measures.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, and retention of top construction talent.
• Foster a collaborative, solution‑oriented team culture.

Process Improvement & Reporting

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across construction execution and project delivery processes.
• Develop and maintain construction standards, reporting tools, and operational documentation.
• Provide regular updates and portfolio reporting to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 10-15 years of commercial retail construction and development experience
• Multi‑site retail construction experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated success managing large‑scale project portfolios across multiple markets
• Experience leading and developing Project Managers and cross‑functional teams
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, bidding processes, scheduling, budgeting, and lease coordination
• Proven ability to manage projects aligned to Cost, Quality, and Schedule expectations
• Strong communication, leadership, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment
• Strong strategic thinking and organizational leadership capabilities
• Ability and willingness to travel as required

Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $155,000 - $165,000 plus eligibility for short‑term and long‑term incentive opportunities aligned to individual and company performance.

Benefits Include

• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Resource Groups
• Career Growth Opportunities