Construction Manager - Retail & Commercial Projects

Benelux•Boston, MA

4d•Remote

About The Position

Bureau Veritas is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead multiple commercial capital improvement, renovation, and construction projects for an automotive company with retail, service, and office locations across the Eastern United States. Projects include automotive service center expansions, service bay modifications, equipment installations, interior and exterior renovations, electrical infrastructure upgrades, and EV charging installations. The broader project portfolio includes automotive, retail, restaurant, big-box, convenience store, gas station, distribution center, and EV charging facilities, with work ranging from tenant improvements and renovations to facility expansions and ground-up construction. The role manages projects throughout the full lifecycle, from due diligence and site assessment through design coordination, approvals, permitting, bidding, construction, commissioning, and closeout. It requires substantial technical construction experience across mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil work, as well as the ability to assess building systems and infrastructure rather than focus only on cosmetic renovations. The manager coordinates internal stakeholders, operations leaders, contractors, vendors, architects, engineers, and authorities, while maintaining budgets, schedules, documentation, and project quality across multiple sites. The position is based in the Eastern U.S. with regional travel, including travel to client and project sites across the U.S. of up to approximately 30%. The role can be performed from a remote location and requires the employee to provide a cell phone and internet service. No specific supervisory responsibilities are assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least three years of related experience, or five or more years of related experience and/or training in lieu of a degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated experience managing commercial construction, capital improvement, renovation, or facility expansion projects.
Strong technical construction background involving mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil work; experience must extend beyond interior remodels, finishes, or fixture installations.
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP), structural, and civil construction requirements.
Experience managing commercial remodels, tenant improvements, service center buildouts, or similar projects within existing facilities.
Hands-on experience creating and modifying construction layouts using Bluebeam or Revit.
Ability to interpret utility surveys, soils and geotechnical reports, civil engineering drawings, and site development requirements.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility surveys, site assessments, and geotechnical reports.
Experience managing general contractors, specialty subcontractors, vendors, construction contracts, budgets, and project schedules.
Proficiency with Google Sheets and web-based project management systems.
Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities, adapt to changing project requirements, and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Willingness to travel approximately 20–30% to project sites, including occasional overnight travel.
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record without significant MVA points or violations.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, work safely and in a constant state of alertness, work from a remote location, and meet the physical demands of the job.
Must have a cell phone and supply personal internet service.

Nice To Haves

Current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Construction management experience in automotive dealerships, automotive service centers, retail facilities, or commercial office environments.
Capital project experience involving automotive service lifts, equipment installations, service bays, or shop infrastructure.
Experience with EV charging infrastructure, electrical capacity upgrades, and associated site improvements.
Experience with renovation and expansion projects in active, occupied facilities.
Experience managing multiple projects across a regional or national portfolio.
Experience using Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), as-built drawings, and standardized facility design documentation.
Familiarity with Bluebeam, Revit, or comparable construction design and document review tools; ability to develop or modify layouts is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple concurrent capital improvement, renovation, and construction projects across retail, automotive service, and office facilities.
Lead the project lifecycle, including due diligence, site assessments, design coordination, approvals, permitting, preconstruction, bidding, contracting, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
Support capital expenditure planning, proposal preparation, and financial evaluation of project scope, costs, and anticipated resource needs.
Coordinate construction and remodeling projects involving service bays, automotive lifts, interior workspaces, customer-facing offices, exterior improvements, signage, and delivery areas.
Manage electrical and MEP upgrades, including Level 2 and Level 3 EV charging infrastructure expansions.
Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, forecasts, change orders, and contractor performance.
Identify construction risks, resolve field challenges, and implement solutions to maintain timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
Oversee projects across multiple sites and states simultaneously, maintaining consistent execution, resource allocation, and delivery standards.
Manage facility startup, operational readiness, and formal turnover to site operations after construction completion.
Review architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical drawings to assess feasibility, construction requirements, and compliance with design specifications.
Create, modify, and review construction layouts using Bluebeam or Revit, incorporating existing conditions, as-built drawings, and facility standards.
Interpret utility surveys, geotechnical and soils reports, civil site plans, and construction documents to evaluate site conditions and infrastructure requirements.
Manage civil construction activities, including site preparation, grading, drainage, underground utilities, foundations, and related infrastructure improvements.
Evaluate mechanical and structural requirements for automotive lifts, service bay modifications, equipment installations, and building alterations.
Coordinate with municipal authorities, site representatives, and local agencies regarding construction requirements, site conditions, and jurisdictional considerations.
Review as-built drawings maintained in Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and use established Space Type data sheets and standards available through internal knowledge systems.
Coordinate with architects, engineers, general contractors, specialty subcontractors, and equipment vendors throughout design and construction.
Evaluate existing building conditions and infrastructure requirements for equipment installations, structural modifications, and facility upgrades.
Manage contractor scopes of work, bid packages, contract structures, and subcontractor engagements for renovation projects.
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, operations leaders, contractors, and vendors; coordinate execution, monitor performance, communicate risks, and minimize disruption to active facilities.
Anticipate project needs, recommend solutions, and maintain accurate budgets, schedules, documentation, and progress reporting using Google Sheets and web-based project management platforms.