Construction Manager - Retail & Commercial Projects

Bureau Veritas•Boston, MA

5d•$100,000 - $130,000•Remote

About The Position

Bureau Veritas is seeking a technically experienced Construction Manager to lead multiple commercial capital improvement projects for an automotive company with retail, service, and office locations across the Eastern United States. Projects may 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 spans automotive, retail, restaurant, big-box, convenience store, gas station, distribution center, and EV charging facilities, and includes tenant improvements, renovations, expansions, and ground-up construction. The role manages projects from initial due diligence and site assessment through design, permitting, bidding, construction, commissioning, and closeout. It requires substantial technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, and civil construction, as well as the ability to evaluate existing facilities and infrastructure—not merely cosmetic finishes or fixture installations. The Construction Manager coordinates with internal stakeholders, operations leaders, architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, municipal authorities, and local agencies while managing budgets, schedules, risks, documentation, and project reporting. The position involves regional travel, approximately 20–30% (up to 30%), to project sites, with occasional overnight travel. The position is based in the Eastern U.S. with regional travel. Bureau Veritas describes the work as suitable for working 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 from a four-year college or university in a related field and at least three years of related experience; alternatively, five or more years of related experience and/or training, 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, beyond interior remodels, finishes, or fixture installations.
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), structural, and civil construction requirements.
Experience managing commercial remodels, tenant improvements, service center buildouts, or similar projects in 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 collaborate 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 with no significant motor vehicle accident points or violations.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, work from a remote location, maintain alertness and safety, and meet the physical demands of the job.
Must have a cell phone and provide their own internet service.

Nice To Haves

Construction management experience in automotive dealerships, automotive service centers, retail facilities, or commercial offices.
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 with Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), as-built drawings, and standardized facility design documentation.
Current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Familiarity with Bluebeam, Revit, or comparable construction design and document review tools; layout development or modification experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple concurrent capital improvement, renovation, and construction projects across retail, automotive service, and office facilities.
Lead projects through 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 resource needs.
Coordinate construction and remodeling work 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, maintaining consistent execution, resource allocation, and delivery standards.
Manage facility startup, operational readiness, and formal turnover to site operations after construction.
Review architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical drawings to assess feasibility, construction requirements, and design compliance.
Create, modify, and review construction layouts using Bluebeam, Revit, or comparable tools, 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 in Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and apply Space Type data sheets and standards from internal knowledge systems.
Coordinate with architects, engineers, general contractors, specialty subcontractors, and equipment vendors throughout design and construction.
Evaluate existing building conditions and infrastructure 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 contact for internal stakeholders, operations leaders, contractors, and vendors; coordinate execution, monitor performance, communicate risks, and minimize disruption to active facilities.
Maintain accurate budgets, schedules, documentation, and progress reports using Google Sheets and web-based project management platforms.
Travel to client and project sites across the U.S. by plane, motor vehicle, or train, up to 30%.