Job Description

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for managing the construction projects assigned by the Construction Director from start of construction work through grand opening. Works with a team of Construction Project Managers/Coordinators and subcontractors/vendors.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

* Ensures assigned construction projects are completed according to the company's standards for time, cost, and quality.
* Conducts regular field inspection on assigned projects, ensuring contractors' and subcontractors compliance with contract documents and takes necessary corrective to ensure objectives are achieved.
* Reviews contractors' application for payment as authorized in corporate approved contracts and purchase orders.
* Develops and coordinates construction scheduling, equipment deliveries, inspections, and utility connections refrigeration startup, and occupancy licensing confirmation as required to facilitate Operations set-up and merchandising activities.
* Regularly communicates and answers questions from the operations team on project status and budget.
* Provides design and construction expertise to operations and departments in response to questions in maintenance, repair, and utility efficiency.
* Provides contractor bidder list from approved bidder's list for each assigned project to Construction Manager/Director for approval.
* Executes disaster recovery plan for assigned area.
* Supports all aspects of design and construction activities for assimilation of acquisition stores within the assigned area.
* Mentors new and/or developing department employees.
* Reviews qualifications and confirms interest of potential contractors.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Education Level:

* Bachelor's degree with emphasis in General Business, building science, construction management, architectural, engineering or related field preferred. Certified Construction Management credential preferred. Equivalent work experience will be considered.

Experience Level:

* 4 plus years business and significant construction management experience.

Skills and Abilities:

* Possess a comprehensive understanding of retail real estate, construction, design, retail store operations, and retail store equipment.
* Understanding of California, Hawaii and Nevada commercial building code
* Exceptional market analysis skills.
* Possess excellent negotiation skills.
* Requires analytical ability.
* Ability to work independently and be able to plan, organize and schedule time and activities effectively to achieve work goals.
* Strong project management and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
* Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
* Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Ability to work effectively with and through others to achieve goals and objectives.
* Must have the ability to represent the Company's interests to outside professionals and contractors.
* Must have the ability to work with and through others to achieve results. Must work effectively in a team environment. Team, mentoring and relationship building skills are required.
* Must have PC skills and desktop application (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) knowledge

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 40% Travel within Division geographic; Reliant on projects assigned

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

* Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled environment
* Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal
* Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment in the course of normal workday
* Store visits involve regular standing, walking, climbing stairs and movement in and around machinery and hazardous equipment, as well as backstage receiving and production areas
* Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties
* Workday is fast paced and stressful

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to construe as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required.