Simons was founded in 1840 by John Simons in Quebec City. Originally a dry goods store, the family company is known today for accessible and inspired fashion. It is committed to cultivating creativity and building meaningful relationships with its staff, partners, and clientele. The company cares about the environment and about the communities in which it does business.

Simons is recognized as a fashion authority with an original shopping concept. Exclusive collections, emerging local and nationally recognized brands, and pieces by top designer names are all available under one roof in the store’s distinctive zones.

The Senior Manager, National Construction and Facilities is a key leader within the Design & Construction team, responsible for national construction programs, facilities operations, capital builds, and vendor partnerships across Canada. The role ensures high‑quality, efficient delivery of new stores, remodels, and maintenance programs while supporting company growth with predictable, scalable processes. It oversees a diverse retail and corporate portfolio and ensures strong safety, compliance, asset performance, and cost optimization. Provides governance, direction, and escalation support for all construction and facilities projects.

Main responsibilities

· Lead end‑to‑end delivery of new store builds, remodels, and capital projects, including zoning, feasibility, site assessments, and pre‑construction planning, while developing scopes, budgets, and timelines to support real estate decisions.

· Manage construction timelines, budgets, contracts, milestones, and compliance with Canadian codes, fire and life‑safety standards, accessibility laws, and technical systems.

· Oversee national maintenance programs, emergency repairs, preventive maintenance, asset inventories, and procurement of equipment and parts, while managing vendors, service providers, pricing databases, contract frameworks, and cross‑functional collaboration with Finance, Operations, and Design.

Qualifications

· The ideal candidate holds post‑secondary education in engineering, architecture, construction, facilities, or a related field, with 10+ years of project or facilities management experience.

· Strong cross‑functional collaboration is essential, partnering with Store Operations, Construction, Real Estate, IT, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Procurement, Finance, and Health & Safety.

· They bring strong communication skills in English and French, the ability to interpret architectural and engineering drawings and work with consultants and trades, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in fast‑paced environments.

· Professional designations such as PMP, LEED, or BOMI (RPA/FMA), along with strong financial and vendor‑management skills, are considered assets. The role requires initiative, sound judgment, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality results across a national retail portfolio, including extensive travel nationally, as required.

· This role also requires demonstrated leadership experience, including managing construction Project Managers or equivalent technical teams.

Key Benefits Offered

· Telemedicine service and assistance program for staff members and their families.

· Group insurance plan and RRSP, with employer contribution.

· Up to 40% off your purchases at Simons.

At Simons, people are at the heart of all that we do. We pay special attention to the well-being of our employees and their families, highlighting important moments that mark their journey, including service anniversaries and significant life milestones.

Creativity, community, and respect are an integral part of our DNA. We offer everyone the opportunity to build a career that’s suited to them, whether that’s at our stores, head office, or Campus in Quebec City. Proud to recognize our teams’ contributions, we provide competitive work conditions as well as a comprehensive and scalable range of benefits. We also promote flexibility and a welcoming, inclusive, and caring work environment, where everybody can reach their full potential.

Take this opportunity to join our dedicated team and make a difference at a company where people are the top priority.