Construction Project Manager

About the role

This is a remote position. You will oversee all aspects of ground-up construction, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget while maintaining compliance with safety standards and local building codes. Ideally, you will live in the southeastern US and be able and willing to travel to construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage construction projects from conception to completion
• Execute construction to meet or reduce anticipated job costs by identifying opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality, budget, or timelines
• Assist with completion of final construction/permit plan sets
• Solicit bids from contractors and other vendors
• Review all construction drawings, schedules, and material orders and provide timely feedback on issues or concerns
• Coordinate with Superintendents and crews to meet schedule requirements and project timelines
• Manage contractors, subcontractors, state agencies, and other field personnel to foster good relationships
• Visit job sites regularly to evaluate the sold design for issues and ensure compliance with building and safety regulations
• Submit a weekly status report for each project to leadership, including progress photos, budget, progress-to-date, and expected completion schedule
• Adhere to Company Bid Policy when selecting general contractors
• Analyze, manage, and mitigate risks
• Ensure safety requirements are maintained on all job sites in accordance with OSHA
• Process requests for information (RFIs) and change order requests, ensuring files contain all necessary documentation

Requirements

• Ground-up construction experience of convenience stores
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills
• High standard of customer service with a people-first mentality
• Experience in construction project management software preferred
• Sense of urgency balanced with an eye for quality and detail
• Ability to flourish in a fast-paced and fluid environment
• Ability to monitor resources, job schedules, and materials amid competing demands
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to coordinate people and tasks
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3+ years of project management experience in construction, architecture/design, or real estate development
• Experience in retail, convenience stores with food concepts, underground storage tanks, or commercial projects