Construction Project Manager (grocery store projects)

Bureau Veritas•Remo, VA

10d•$80,000•Remote

About The Position

The Construction Project Manager leads the planning, execution, and delivery of complex, multi-phase retail construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to defined quality standards. The role manages projects across multiple sites and states, which may include tenant improvements, renovations, expansions, and ground-up construction for retail, restaurant, big-box, convenience store, gas station, distribution center, and electric-vehicle charging projects. The project manager oversees each phase from entitlement, design, permitting, bidding, and contracting through construction, store startup and turnover, and project closeout. They manage consultants, general contractors, vendors, specialty contractors, internal departments, developers, budgets, schedules, contracts, change orders, documentation, and client delivery. The role is remote, with substantial travel to project sites across the United States; the posting states travel may account for 50%–90% of the work schedule, with approximately two to three workdays per week generally anticipated for travel and onsite work. The position requires effective coordination with clients and cross-functional teams, clear stakeholder communication, financial and schedule oversight, risk mitigation, and a focus on customer service, safety, continuous improvement, and Bureau Veritas quality standards. The employee must be able to work successfully from a remote location, provide their own cell phone and internet service, and meet the physical requirements of office and onsite work.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree 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.
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record with no significant motor vehicle accident points or violations.
Knowledge of buildings, construction, and technical standards, including the ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex project documents.
Ability to manage project schedules, budgets, contracts, change orders, and client delivery.
Ability to manage multiple projects and sites concurrently with strong organization.
Strong time-management, active-listening, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with client representatives, site contacts, and municipal facilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to work successfully from a remote location.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Must have a cell phone and supply their own internet service.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including walking and standing for extended periods; bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing stairs and ladders; frequent keyboard use; and occasional lifting up to 40 pounds.
Ability to travel by plane, motor vehicle, and train to project sites across the United States; travel may be up to 50%–90% of the work schedule, and overnight stays may be required.

Nice To Haves

Current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

Lead the direction, completion, program management, and financial outcomes of assigned projects.
Define project objectives, scope, and deliverables with cross-functional teams.
Manage project development from beginning to end, including consultants, contractors, vendors, specialty contractors, internal departments, and developers.
Manage project phases including entitlement, design, permitting, bidding, contracting, construction, store startup, turnover, and closeout.
Oversee contract administration, change orders, budgets, schedules, and client delivery.
Manage multiple projects and sites across multiple states concurrently.
Prepare proposals and develop budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.
Monitor project milestones and deliverables, and provide regular status reports to leadership and stakeholders.
Maintain detailed project documentation using proprietary or client software.
Identify and mitigate project risks, and proactively resolve problems throughout the project lifecycle.
Communicate project updates and manage stakeholder expectations internally and externally.
Serve as a liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Assess project execution and implement feedback and continuous-improvement practices.
Deliver timely customer service and proactive solutions to client needs.
Stay informed about industry best practices, techniques, and standards for project execution.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements and advise management on necessary actions.
Follow applicable company policies, Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, quality standards, and strategic initiatives.
Maintain a safe and clean work area and protect confidential company information.
Travel to client and project sites across the United States by plane, motor vehicle, or train; overnight stays may be required.
Perform onsite observations and field data collection, including operating an electronic tablet.
Use professional discretion and judgment and demonstrate Bureau Veritas guiding principles.