Project Manager​/Owners Rep

Job Purpose

The Construction Owner's Rep is primarily responsible for performing daily project coordination with the project team and administering the refrigeration and energy installation contract. The role leads internal and external project teams from inception to successful implementation and project closeout, working directly with the Sr Manager of Construction to support the client’s Construction Project Manager.

• Lead projects for expansions, remodels, and special projects while open for business.
• Consult with the client’s key stakeholders to understand project scope and coordinate the team of contractors to fulfill the contract requirements.
• Communicate daily with store team lead to ensure operations are safe, clean, and following remodel SOPs.
• Lead weekly project meetings and report outcomes in meeting minutes.
• Analyze and approve contractor payment applications based on progress.
• Create and execute punch lists for incomplete or unacceptable work.
• Develop and update project schedules and phasing plans to assist the client’s Project Manager during preconstruction and progress construction.
• Maintain project files and records including schedules, record files, and other project information.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers and consultants to provide timely RFI responses.
• Administer construction contracts and agreements for refrigeration and energy management systems.
• Provide project updates and maintain communication with stakeholders, including milestones, issue resolution, and budget variance reconciliation.
• Conduct periodic on-site inspections to ensure compliance with plans, specifications and safety regulations.
• Travel up to 90%.

• Minimum of 3 years retail or construction experience or equivalent.
• Project Management, Engineering or Architecture degree is a plus.
• Specialized experience in Refrigeration/HVAC and Energy Management is a plus.
• Proficiency in shared workflow technology (Microsoft Office, SharePoint, iCloud) and project management software.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of construction plans and documents.
• Ability to conceptualize, document, present and implement creative solutions.
• Ability to seek information, clarify, and drive decisions by working through issues with the project team, stakeholders and management.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence in the department.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

City Building Engineering Services (CBES) is a leading integrated professional services firm supporting technical requirements and sustainable solutions for the retail and related industries. Using our in‑house resources, CBES experts tackle challenging projects from inception to completion, including design, engineering, construction and commissioning.

CBES offers a generous benefits package, including 28 days PTO, 401(k) with immediate vesting and company match. We seek team members with responsibility, collaboration, a desire to learn, and a willingness to help. Joining CBES means contributing to meaningful projects and growing with world‑class training and leadership development.

Bangor, ME
$105,000 – $115,000

CBES is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. The company maintains a strict drug‑free workplace policy.