Construction Manager - SE Division

Bridgestone Americas•Remote - Tennessee, TN

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Construction Manager is responsible for managing construction of new stores and special projects from project inception through turnover to operations. The role also handles technical construction negotiations with developers, landlords, outside architects, and engineering consultants. This is a remote position, and the candidate must be located in the southeastern United States. The position requires travel of approximately 50–75%, or about 45 weeks per year.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management.
At least 7 years of experience in multi-site construction management.
General knowledge of civil, structural, architectural, electrical, and mechanical construction disciplines, as well as ADA requirements.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
Collaborative, innovative approach to problem-solving.
General systems knowledge, including CAD, Excel, and Word.
Ability to travel 50–75%, approximately 45 weeks per year.
Ability to climb a ladder, lift up to 30 pounds, and stand for several hours at a time.
Must be located in the southeastern United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience in greenfield development, design, and/or planning.

Responsibilities

Participate in negotiating construction activities, including terms, milestone schedules, and criteria for agreements and projects.
Establish project schedules and adjust activities as needed to meet construction delivery dates.
Identify and qualify potential contractors.
Manage the general contractor competitive bidding process through contract execution.
Monitor and enforce criteria compliance and quality control throughout all construction phases.
Coordinate construction-related information among internal departments and external contractors, architects, engineers, developers, landlords, and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs).
Ensure timely and accurate document review during budgeting, entitlement, jurisdictional approval, and construction.
Review the scope and budget impact of outside contractor, architect, and engineer work related to code investigation, plans, specifications, bidding, and permitting.
Represent BSRO with building departments and code officials when applicable.
Organize and conduct construction meetings and activities, including project kickoff, pre-bid, pre-construction, and site visits.
Coordinate new-store project turnover to Store Opening and Operations teams.
Support the Facilities team with first-year warranty or latent-defect claims and repairs as needed.
Complete financial and document closeout of projects and ensure audit compliance throughout each project.

Benefits

Competitive pay and compensation.
Formal training and regular mentorship.
Performance incentives.
Paid vacation and holidays.
Competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees.
401(k) plan.
Supportive onboarding experience.
Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
Agile work practices and support for work/life effectiveness and long-term well-being.
Inclusive team and work environment.