Retail Construction Project Manager, East

About the role

As the Retail Construction Project Manager at Rothy’s, you will be joining a growing team that is leading our retail expansion efforts across North America. You will be responsible for managing successful new store build-outs from design development to bidding, permitting to construction and finally hand-off to the store team.

Responsibilities

• Drive all project schedules and manage contractors, vendors and consultants to meet all critical milestones in order to open all stores in accordance with the master schedule; regularly report out on progress and escalate issues as needed
• Avoid due diligence on real estate sourcing to ensure building condition, dimensions, engineering, layouts and utilities are suitable to get the retail location up and running
• Own the construction and FF&E budgets including preliminary cost estimates, budget forecasting, and cost management ensuring that the store build out is executed within all budget targets
• Partner with the external architects to review the design and documentation to ensure it is in line with budget estimates and advise on any constructability issues that may impact schedule
• Manage the GC bidding and appointment process, including qualifying and leveling of bids, as well as the award and contract execution
• Negotiate and track all change orders in order to minimize the impact they have on the project budget
• Establish a network of capable and effective vendors and contractors
• Lead all weekly construction progress and procurement meetings in order to deliver punch list free stores to the Retail teams on time and under budget
• Partner closely with Operations, Visual Merchandising and Retail teams throughout the store turnover process in order to complete cohesive and efficient store openings
• Execute all project closeouts with a sense of urgency including punch lists and project specific closeout documents as required by landlords
• Absorb the required documentation in order to allow for speedy collection of Tenant Improvement Allowances

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working in the construction management field with a focus on high end retail rollouts
• High attention to detail and excellent organization skills allowing you to effectively manage multiple projects at a time in a fast-paced and dynamic environment while never losing sight of the overall goal
• A strong spreadsheet and budgeting skills
• An eye for design with the ability to make design decisions on the fly while on-site
• The ability to create and document processes from scratch setting the standard for future projects
• Experience working effectively with vendors and brokers and the ability to manage parties both internally and externally
• A strong understanding for architectural drawings and construction site management
• A demonstrated ability to engage with and build productive relationships with people to achieve results
• An entrepreneurial spirit, a can do attitude, and a drive to excel and achieve results
• A proven project management skills and a strong work ethic

Qualifications

• The ability to travel to the exciting markets where we are opening new stores

Skills

• Project Management
• Construction Management
• Real Estate Sourcing
• Vendor Management
• Design Decisions
• Financial Management
• Team Leadership

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• 401k matching
• Comprehensive health plans for you and your family
• Supplemental mental health benefits
• Monthly wellness reimbursement
• Dog friendly offices
• Employee Discount Program!

Pay

$120,000 - $141,000 annually Base pay is one part of the total rewards package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work. This role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.