Project Executive, Grocery & Retail Construction Programs
About the Role
Lead a national grocery retailer's store reinvestment and construction portfolio as a strategic partner embedded with one of the nation's leading grocery brands. Oversee multi-site capital programs, store remodels, and optimization initiatives across the U.S. Serve as a trusted advisor to senior client leadership while leading project teams responsible for planning, execution, budgeting, and delivery. Location: Remote based, with 30% to 40% travel to client meetings and project sites nationwide.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-site retail and grocery construction programs from planning through execution
- Partner with senior client stakeholders to establish program strategy, budgets, schedules, and priorities
- Oversee financial performance, forecasting, contract administration, and risk management
- Manage and develop project teams while driving accountability and execution excellence
- Build strong relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, and vendors
- Identify opportunities to improve program performance and expand client partnerships
Qualifications
- 15+ years of construction, program management, or project leadership experience
- Proven success leading large-scale, multi-site retail, grocery, big-box, fuel/convenience, or similar construction programs
- Experience managing project portfolios, budgets, forecasting, and contract negotiations
- Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Experience leading high-performing teams in fast-paced environments
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
Why Join Sevan
- Live Our Values: Join a company that values integrity, respect, teamwork, excellence, and charity.
- Champion Key Initiatives: Play a vital role in driving Sevan-wide initiatives like Safety and Sustainability.
- Inspire and Lead: Help bring our vision to life by embracing our commitment to Service, Talent, and Choices.
- Set the Standard: Be a role model for professional behavior, fostering a motivating workplace culture.
- Grow With Us: Take charge of personal and professional growth through hands-on experience and training programs.
- Support Development of Top Brands: Work behind the scenes supporting industry leaders like McDonald’s, Starbucks, and 7-Eleven.
About Sevan
Sevan Multi-Site Solutions is a veteran-owned business providing construction, program management, real estate & site development, and architecture & engineering services for restaurant, grocery, fuel and convenience store, retail, and government sectors nationwide. We work with leading brands like McDonald’s, Starbucks, Sprouts, and BP. Sevan is nationally recognized for workplace culture, industry leadership, and safety, with honors including Great Place to Work® and the Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion Award.
Pay & Benefits
The anticipated compensation range is $130,000 - $160,000, based on a full-time schedule, market conditions, and individual qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, flexible paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, and a matching 401K plan.