Construction Manager- Onsite Green Bay WI or Mt. Clemens, MI

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for planning, coordinating, overseeing, and directing multiple new store construction projects from start to finish. Negotiate contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements. Serve as the main Shopko Optical contact at each worksite in communication with subcontractors, suppliers, and government inspectors. Manage progress daily to ensure cost-effective results. Ensure compliance with all federal and state procedures, regulations, and codes. Present progress updates to Senior Leadership on a regular basis. Be highly organized, with the ability to plan and multi-task to meet specific project deadlines.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

PROCESS & PROCEDURE

• Attend coordination and progress meetings; make regular trips to sites during construction including bid walks, preconstruction walks, in-progress site visits, punch walks and construction closeout

• Maintain and update Statement of Work (SOW) and preconstruction documents and monitor contract obligations with a goal of building relationships with reliable contractors and vendors

• Work with municipalities to ensure timely approvals for permits, certificate of occupancy, and any other requirements per code

• Ensure that the project is constructed and documented in accordance with contract documents and good engineering practices

• Develop and maintain project cost/change controls, and project budget and accounting records

• Coordinate and monitor schedule updates, invoices, and submittals

• Proactively identify, mitigate, and track recurring construction issues

• Handle any environmental or local community issues that may arise

• Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report any issues

• Maintain active daily engagement to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget

NEW STORE & REMODEL CONSTRUCTION

• Direct and oversee multiple construction projects from start to finish

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and work timetables

• Interpret and explain contracts and technical information to other professionals

• Select general contractors and subcontractors; schedule and coordinate their activities

• Collaborate with the store planning department, architects, engineers, and other construction specialists

• Respond to work delays, emergencies, and other project issues

• Report work progress and budget matters to Senior Leadership

• Comply with legal requirements, building and safety codes and other regulations

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Building Science, Engineering, Construction Management or related field required

• 5 years’ commercial construction management experience

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or an equivalent designation desired

• Demonstrated leadership in managing construction of multiple new or remodeled retail outlets scheduled at the same time

• Knowledge of construction methods and technologies and ability to interpret technical drawings and contracts

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Exceptional analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills

• Strong planning and organizational skills

• Demonstrated ability to act decisively and facilitate and implement ideas and solutions

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Experience with store design and construction

• Proficiency with Federal, State and Local government rules and regulations relative to commercial construction

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of programs

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communication

• Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time

• Able to operate various office equipment (e.g., personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.)

• Able to read and write at a high school graduate level

• Able to lift 10 to 20 pounds

• Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlines

• Able to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal development

• In office position based in Green Bay WI or Mt. Clemens, MI

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.