REMODEL PROJECT MANAGER

General Summary:

Manage the vetting and selection process of pipeline as well as provide construction management leadership for remodel program and training center projects. Manage and create critical path timelines and execution requirements to deliver remodel projects within assigned territory both on budget and built to project quality specifications and standards.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manages remodel and training center construction efforts by providing project and technical leadership through contractor selection; pre-construction planning and permitting; periodic on site inspection to create project scope, budget, to verify scope and quality compliance; Negotiate contracts for various vendors and contractors; technical issue problem-solving; project budgeting and cost oversight; and overall schedule management for store opening forecast projections; provide supplemental support to Construction Project Managers as needed. Plays critical leadership, coordination, and communication role with all stakeholders involved on projects to include Operations, Developers/GCs, Architects/Engineers, Code officials, Landlords, and DG functional partners. Leverages continuous communication to choreograph project execution and resolve site specific issues.
• Manages pipeline selection process by ensuring all selection criteria are upheld for each potential remodel location; works with cross functional team and drives accountability in determining which projects can and should be completed each year; leads weekly pipeline update process, ensuring all project pipeline updates and documents are completed and ready for publication to all project stakeholders.
• Serve as point person in the planning, development, implementation, and execution of processes related to alternative development delivery methods (i.e. Fee Development, etc.) to include standardization and authorization of construction documents; coordination with external vendors to establish accurate development schedules; verification of invoice accuracy and status; analysis of bid spreads; and pre-construction coordination and issue resolution.
• Leads preparation process and/or tracks all required construction and project administration documents and tasks to include SLM updates, site visit reports, contractor weekly project schedule reports, punch list report, and change order/cost management tracking and reporting. Accountable for all documentation, follow up, and close out.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Detailed knowledge of construction industry, terminology, codes, and design disciplines, as well as the strong ability to read, understand, and apply construction standards and plan sets
• Ability to travel upwards of 30-40% within assigned territory Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment with a high sense of urgency and minimal supervision
• Proficient in organization, time, and project management with ability to manage multiple priorities and provide timely and accurate project status reporting
• Strong interpersonal/team skills and ability to effectively communicate, coordinate, and work with a diverse set of project stakeholders and provide excellent customer service
• Ability to arrive at sound decisions in a timely manner while remaining knowledgeable of how decisions impact other project stakeholders
• Willingness to learn, grow and develop capability to eventually step into a Construction Project Manager role.
• Knowledge of SLM (Store Lifecycle Management) or equivalent project management tools.

Work Experience &/or Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a construction related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of construction project coordination experience is required, with 3-5 years construction project experience preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Retail leasehold improvement experience is a plus.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office software is required and knowledge of AutoCAD is a benefit.