Construction Manager France

Construction Manager France (Civil Engineering)

Location: Créteil, FR

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EssilorLuxottica is entering an important phase in the development and transformation of its workplaces in France, with significant projects ahead, including the development and delivery of our future Paris Headquarters.

Reporting to the Construction Director France, the Construction Projects & Workplace Manager will play a key role in delivering high-standard construction, refurbishment and workplace projects across France.The role combineshands-on project management, strong site presence, design sensitivity, technical understanding, stakeholder coordination and execution excellence. This is a highly operational position: the successful candidate is expected to be regularly present on construction sites, actively following works on the ground, challenging contractors, monitoring quality and progress, identifying issues early and ensuring that decisions are translated into effective execution. The role is not designed as a remote or desk-based project coordination position.

The successful candidate will take ownership of projects from early definition and development through design, authorizations, construction and handover, ensuring high standards of quality, aesthetics, functionality, timing and cost.A key focus will be the development and delivery of thefuture Paris Headquarters, including the significant construction, fit-out and workplace transformation works associated with the new environment. The role will contribute from the early development and design stages through authorizations, procurement and execution, working closely with architects, consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure the highest standards of architectural quality, technical performance, execution and attention to detail.Beyond the Headquarters project, the role will contribute to the broader evolution of EssilorLuxottica's sites in France, participating in reflections on site development opportunities, feasibility, authorization and planning phases, project definition and the synthesis of complex technical, financial and design information.

The role will act as a strong owner-side interface with architects, engineers, consultants and construction companies, coordinating and challenging external partners while maintaining direct visibility of what is happening on site. The ability to move effectively between strategic discussions, technical details and day-to-day construction realities will be essential.This is a role with strong growth potential. The successful candidate will progressively develop broader responsibilities, leadership capabilities and team management experience, with the ambition to evolve towards aHead of Construction Projects position over the coming years.

Key Responsibilities1. Construction & Workplace Projects

• Lead and coordinate construction, fit-out, refurbishment and workplace transformation projects across France.
• Manage projects from early definition and feasibility through design, authorizations, procurement, construction and handover.
• Maintain a strong and regular physical presence on construction sites, following progress, quality, coordination, safety and execution first-hand.
• Work directly with contractors and construction companies to monitor works, challenge performance, resolve issues and ensure compliance with agreed standards.
• Anticipate site issues and take proactive action rather than relying solely on reporting and formal project reviews.
• Ensure that quality, design intent, functionality, cost and schedule are maintained throughout execution.
• Take a leading role in the construction and fit-out works associated with the future Paris Headquarters.

2. Design, Development & Project Definition

• Contribute to early-stage site assessments, feasibility studies, programming and project definition.
• Participate in reflections on the future development and transformation of other EssilorLuxottica sites in France.
• Coordinate planning, permitting, regulatory and authorization processes.
• Translate business and workplace requirements into clear project briefs and actionable solutions.
• Synthesize technical, financial, operational and design information to support decision-making.