Manager Construction Projects

Category/Area of Expertise: Construction

Job Requisition: 490269

Address: USA-MD-Hyattsville-8301 Professional Place Ste
115

Store Code: Store Development (5116255)

The primary scope of this position is to manage remodel projects from pre‑construction through construction and warranty/close‑out. The Project Manager I will oversee projects of varying scope, including limited‑scope renovations and large‑scale store openings.

Applicants must reside in the greater DC Metro Area. The role requires travel to remodel/new store locations on Tuesday – Thursday. Monday is an in‑office day and Friday is a remote office day.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

• Manage the bidding and awarding processes related to all GCs, CMs, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Compile all bid documents, including RFP packages, to minimize project cost and prevent change orders.
• Prepare contracts, purchase orders, and process payments for all requisitions and invoices.
• Oversee the Construction Change Authorization/Change Order process, ensuring changes are valid and not part of the original scope.
• Approve bid, contract, and requisition processes.
• Conduct redline reviews of ARCH/MEP plans for accuracy and conformance to standards and codes.
• Provide value‑engineering feedback to Engineering on assigned projects.
• Develop and implement cost‑saving ideas, including value engineering and construction methods.
• Plan store expansion, remodel projects, and department rollouts by creating detailed phase plans.
• Coordinate with internal departments regarding schedules, phasing, and changes.
• Oversee construction activities to ensure timely completion in accordance with prototype and lease requirements.
• Issue period budget reports to keep senior management updated on the financial status of the project.
• Review pending change orders and assess potential budget impact.
• Update period budget reports and align with committed costs.
• Collaborate with departments (Purchasing, Refrigeration, Real Estate, etc.) to ensure cost commitments are incorporated into the budget.
• Lead weekly construction and operations meetings for all assigned projects, including GCs, CMs, subcontractors, vendors, and support teams.
• Inspect progress to verify compliance with plans, specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitor on‑site activities to ensure consistency with the construction schedule milestones.
• Prepare and manage construction schedules, phase plans, and critical equipment delivery schedules.
• Minimize disruptions to store operations and complete renovations on schedule.
• Update schedules promptly to reflect job status accurately.
• Work with Safety and contractors’ safety reps to ensure safety inspections, training, and compliance.
• Review safety expectations at the start of every project and promote a safe work environment.
• Identify both positive safe practices and areas of concern during weekly visits.
• Issue warnings or fines to contractors who do not follow safety protocols.
• Conduct post‑mortems with Safety and recommend safety awards to vendors promoting safety.
• Address issues with delinquent vendors and determine improvement plans.
• Manage project completion, including punch list walk‑throughs, close‑out manuals, and punch list sign‑off. Ensure all as‑built plans and payments are completed within four months after store opening.
• Submit Fixed Asset documents for all equipment removed from the store to ensure accurate depreciation accounting.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years of construction and/or architecture industry experience.
• Practical knowledge of construction technology and methods.
• Understanding of architectural designs, engineering concepts, construction methods and materials; site/off‑site design; project management; environmental and legal issues; and supermarket/retail industry standards.
• Full knowledge of Construction Safety and OSHA requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, MEP, refrigeration and EMS plans, specifications, building codes, and lease exhibits.
• Capability to perform complex phase planning and construction scheduling.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and interpreting contracts, schedules, and timelines.
• Physical ability to climb ladders.
• Willingness to travel weekly.
• Strong proficiency with Bluebeam Revu.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Customer focus.
• Self‑motivated.
• Attention to detail.
• Negotiation skills.
• Strategic planning.

$106,480 – $159,720 (actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions).