Construction Project Manager

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of tenant improvement and retail construction projects focusing mainly in airport environments. This role manages planning, design coordination, permitting, construction execution, capital expenditure and turnover, ensuring we deliver world class projects safely, on time, on budget and to the expected quality standards of some of the most demanding landlords in travel retail.

About Us

WHSmith is a leading global travel retailer with over 1,700 stores across 30 countries worldwide.
WHSmith North America, incorporating Marshall Retail Group (MRG) and InMotion, represents over half of the Company’s international store estate, with a collection of attractive, successful specialty retail stores located in airports and resorts across North America.

Location: New York Area (remote with travel)

Pay: Up to $130,000

Job Type: Full-time

• Employee Discount
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Flex Time Off
• Disability Insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match

Project Delivery & Execution

• Lead multiple airport construction projects (retail, F&B, specialty) from concept through closeout
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and critical path milestones
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and airport stakeholders
• Oversee on-site construction activities including quality, safety, and progress tracking
• Ensure timely project turnover and readiness for operations

• Support design development, scope definition, and constructability reviews
• Prepare and track project budgets, estimates, and value engineering initiatives
• Coordinate bid packages, contractor selection, and contract execution
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with project requirements

• Manage all airport authority approvals, permits, and TI submissions
• Ensure adherence to airport design standards, badging, safety, and operational constraints
• Coordinate inspections, life safety reviews, and final approvals for occupancy
• Maintain required documentation for Notice to Proceed and project closeout
• Track budgets, change orders, contingencies, and cost reporting
• Manage contracts, purchase orders, and vendor payments
• Lead cost control efforts, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Support value engineering and cost optimization strategies
• Act as primary point of contact between internal teams, airport authorities, and vendors
• Manage contractor performance and ensure adherence to scope and schedule
• Facilitate regular project updates, reporting, and executive-level summaries
• Coordinate owner-supplied equipment, fixtures, and logistics
• Identify risks related to permitting, schedule, cost, and logistics
• Develop mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field (preferred)
• 5–10+ years of construction project management experience, with airport or retail /TI experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, and cost management
• Experience working in regulated environments (airports, hospitals, or similar)
• Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office

• Airport tenant improvement or concessions build-outs
• Retail or multi-unit program rollout experience
• Familiarity with airport badging, phasing, and after-hours construction requirements

EEO/ADA/DFWP

WH Smith is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin/ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, military/veteran status, marital status, disability status or any other basis prohibited by law. It is about each person bringing passion and skills to a dynamic and inclusive workplace!

Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with a merchandising software platform