Project Manager, Construction

Job Summary

Barnes & Noble is the leading book retailer in the United States, with a rich history of innovation and expansion. The Construction Manager role is critical in overseeing the development and completion of new store and remodel projects, ensuring they meet budget and schedule goals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site evaluations/survey visits of new store locations as required
• Review and incorporate Landlord requirements and lease agreements
• Review architectural drawings prior to permit submission and bidding to ensure accuracy and up-to-date design specifications
• Prepare preliminary construction schedule based on project and lease requirements
• Prepare preliminary construction budgets based on project and lease requirements
• Cook up the project bid process, review, qualify, and award projects
• Manage coordination with Purchasing team and proprietary vendors/contractors
• Maintain oversight of construction progress via multiple site visits throughout the project timeline
• Produce weekly tracking and update reports for company visibility
• Review and approve all construction invoices and change requests prior to payment
• Monitor and communicate weekly budget summaries
• Oversee and coordinate turnover process, including all punch list responsibility, to operations, ensuring all items complete
• Facilitate close out of project paperwork, including receipt of any Tenant Allowance within target timelines
• Manage post-construction coordination with Facilities team
• Manage and continuously improve the value engineering process

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related area required
• Minimum 2-4 years' retail construction management experience in high-end/luxury retail
• Ability to work and be successful in a fast-paced work environment
• Strong communication skills, ability to interact well with contractors, consultants, landlords, and internal business partners
• Strong knowledge of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Procore, Project, and Outlook
• Strong sense of urgency, ownership
• High-level understanding of Construction and Mechanical systems
• Nationwide market knowledge of construction trade and variables
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, working in high-volume capacity
• Solid decision-making skills based on changing conditions

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable about lease process and documentation
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Skills

• Construction Management
• Project Management
• Lease Process
• Value Engineering

Benefits

• Employee Discount
• EAP and Sick Pay
• Paid Time Off including paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Company Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement