Why Join Us
Following the path traced by the founder Ermenegildo over 110 years ago, ZEGNA is now internationally recognized as a leading global luxury menswear brand. Established as a fabric maker in the mountains of Piedmont, ZEGNA is part of the Ermenegildo Zegna Group, which counts more than 6,000 employees. Managed by Gildo Zegna as Chairman and CEO, Ermenegildo Zegna Group designs, creates, and distributes luxury ready-to-wear and accessories under both the ZEGNA and Thom Browne brands to over 500 stores. The Group also operates TOM FORD FASHION through a long-term license agreement with The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. to over 100 stores. As of 30th September 2023, ZEGNA has 403 stores of which 242 are directly operated. The brand remains committed to leveraging its rich heritage to build a better present and future.

YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Ermenegildo Zegna is looking for a Store Development Trainee to join our corporate team! The SD Trainee will play a key role in supporting all department activities, including construction and cosmetic projects from feasibility studies through project turnover and closeout. You will also provide essential administrative assistance to the Store Development department, ensuring seamless project execution.

As a trainee in our program, you will gain hands-on experience in the dynamic world of retail construction, learning how to manage construction projects from inception to completion. You will work cross-functionally, gaining exposure to company processes, project workflows, and industry best practices. This program is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to build a successful career in construction project management.

At the end of the assignment, you will have the opportunity to present a project you collaborated on to the Executive Leadership Team.

This will be a Full-time role based in our New York City office and the program is scheduled to last for 12 months.

The core responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide overall support to the Project Management team throughout all phases of construction projects
• Assist Project Managers with tracking project budgets and maintaining schedules
• Coordinate with landlords and tenant coordinators to obtain background drawings and other necessary startup information
• Act as a liaison between Project Managers and internal departments to ensure IT, Retail Operations, and Loss Prevention requirements are incorporated into projects
• Support the timely procurement and delivery of owner-supplied items in coordination with the logistics department
• Assist Project Managers in overseeing the construction phase through weekly meetings and occasional site visits to ensure quality standards and adherence to project schedules
• Help create detailed punch lists and ensure timely resolution of outstanding items
• Collect and organize project closeout documentation and coordinate financial reconciliations with the accounting team and landlords
• Receive, process and track all department invoices
• Oversee and track the movement of furniture and materials in and out of warehouses
• Provide support to the Facilities Manager for minor tasks and maintenance requests as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferred: background in architecture, design, or related fields
• Preferred: experience in retail construction coordination
• Knowledge of Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, and SAP is a plus
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, etc.)

WHO YOU ARE

• Highly detail-oriented with strong multitasking abilities
• Personable and capable of holding others accountable
• Thrives in fast-paced retail environments
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• A clear and effective communicator
• Capable of supporting multiple projects and working efficiently under pressure
• Must possess positive “can do” attitude and be interested in the luxury fashion industry
• Must demonstrate a high level of professionalism, confidentiality and be a partner to the Senior Management Team
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills

COMPENSATION

• The pay range for this position is $22.00-$25.00 per hour.

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