Construction Project Manager - Akron/Canton Area
Company Information:
Our client’s mission is to transform everyday errands into engaging experiences across each one of their
convenience retail stores.
This well-established operator has
truck stops and convenience stores in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and South Dakota with new stores coming onboard each year.
As they move towards become an even stronger customer-led organization, this client is building out teams that embody a product mindset and bring new perspective to the convenience store industry. Their culture is built on the idea that they are all here to make a difference in the lives of the people around them. They focus on working with intense integrity, a can-do, creative spirit, and a “team collaboration” centered approach.
Your Role with the Company:
The Construction Project Manager is accountable for the effective management of corporate capital approved construction projects. The incumbent will ensure that design specifications and capital budgets are adhered to, and to also ensure that projects are completed on a timely basis.
Background Profile:
Accountabilities
Construction Project Management
Organizes and manages the construction and engineering of new corporate facilities and existing facility renovations in accordance with corporate standards and construction regulations, all to ensure customer satisfaction.
Designs project specifications to ensure projects meet the desired results.
Provides bid documents, supervises the bidding process, and analyzes bid results for inclusion of desired scope of work.
Assists with the preparation and submittal of capital budgets related to construction projects. Also commits to capital budget expenses for all construction projects and ensures the attainment of same. Tracks expenditures and reports to management accordingly.
Ensures the timely completion of all construction projects by expediting permit issuance, implementation of effective design elements, and motivating contractor/consultant performance.
Innovation and Technology
Explores and implements modern, efficient construction techniques that would drive and enhance corporate performance.
Develops and maintains engineering, architectural, and construction specifications for the company.
Contractor Management
Selects solid, reputable, contractors/consultants who perform quality, timely, and cost effective work on corporate construction projects. Evaluate contractor performance to ensure the company receives the best performance for the best cost.
Regulatory Compliance
Ensures company compliance with applicable building, health, and safety regulations and guidelines, and designs corporate policy recommendations to maintain the same.
Teamwork
Works in support of the organizations goals and needs through effective relationships with all members of corporate staff.
Communicates effectively with all other corporate staff (i.e., Vice President, Directors, and Department Heads) and all internal stakeholders in performing updates and status reports on all projects.
Other Key ResponsibilitiesThe ability to draft documents for project construction
The ability to effectively analyze zoning and permit requirements
The ability to read, interpret, analyze, and apply building plans, site/civil engineering plans, as well as mechanical, electrical, and structural plans
Solid technical know-how in petroleum equipment, building codes and specifications, and C-Store equipment
Ability to perform site visits for evaluation of project progress and quality control
Manage geotechnical, environmental, traffic, civil and architectural consultants
Manage the permit approval process using outside consultants to ensure municipal planning and zoning approvals
Coordinate site and building plan development
Coordinate with internal real estate and operational staff
Represent TWGI in zoning and variance hearings before planning boards
Construction project management for both new stores and remodels
Administer and design construction policies and procedures
Generate and administer all construction contracts (Familiarity with AIA documents)
Coordinate equipment procurement for all projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of Microsoft project, Excel, Word and Outlook required
Excellent Salary plus Bonus, Benefits Package, 401K & Company Vehicle
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