Construction Manager- Hybrid

POSITION SUMMARY:

Lead the planning coordination oversight and delivery of multiple retail new-store and remodel construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. Serve as the primary Fielmann USA construction contact for contractors subcontractors suppliers municipalities government inspectors architects engineers and internal partners. Manage project schedule cost quality safety documentation and regulatory compliance; resolve issues promptly; and provide clear progress and budget updates to senior leadership to support on-time cost-effective store delivery.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

PROJECT DELIVERY & SITE MANAGEMENT

Direct and oversee multiple new-store and remodel construction projects from start to finish

Attend coordination and progress meetings and conduct regular site visits including bid walks preconstruction walks in-progress site visits punch walks and construction closeout

Serve as the primary company construction contact at active worksites coordinating contractors subcontractors suppliers and government inspectors

Maintain active daily engagement monitor project progress and respond to work delays emergencies and other project issues

Proactively identify mitigate and track recurring construction issues

PRECONSTRUCTION BIDDING & CONTRACTOR MANAGEMENT

Prepare and maintain Statement of Work (SOW) preconstruction documents cost estimates budgets and work timetables

Select general contractors and subcontractors; negotiate contractors with external vendors and coordinate contractor activities

Monitor contract obligations and build productive relationships with reliable contractors and vendors

Interpret and explain contracts construction documents and technical information to internal and external partners

COST SCHEDULE & PROJECT CONTROLS

Develop and maintain project cost and change controls project budgets and accounting records

Coordinate and monitor schedule updates invoices and submittals

Manage project performance to support delivery on time and within budget and address material schedule or cost issues as they arise

Report project progress and budget matters to senior leadership on a regular basis

PERMITTING COMPLIANCE & SITE CONDITIONS

Work with municipalities to support timely approvals for permits Certificate of Occupancy and any other code-related requirements and approvals. Ensure that the project is constructed and documented in accordance with contract documents applicable codes and good engineering practices

Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues requiring attention

Address environmental or local community issues that arise during construction

CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COORDINATION & CLOSEOUT

Collaborate with Store Planning architects engineers and other construction specialists throughout the project delivery

Coordinate punch and construction closeout activities and ensure required project documentation is completed

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelors degree in Architecture Building Science Engineering Construction Management or related field required

5 years commercial construction management experience. Commercial Retail experience a plus

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

Strong knowledge of construction methods and technologies and ability to interpret technical drawings and contracts

Experience with store design and construction

Working knowledge of federal state and local rules regulations building codes and safety requirements applicable to commercial construction

Experience with store design and construction

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and make timely well-reasoned decisions

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 with the ability to work effectively across internal and external teams

Proficiency 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.