Construction Project Manager

Albertsons • Fullerton, CA

3d

About The Position

The Construction Project Manager oversees assigned construction projects from the start of construction through grand opening, ensuring timely completion and compliance with quality standards. The role leads construction work for new and remodeled stores and coordinates with contractors, operations, and internal departments. Responsibilities span project scheduling, field inspections, contractor and payment review, equipment and fixture setup, operational readiness, design and construction guidance, contractor evaluation, disaster recovery, budget estimating, and acquisition-store assimilation. The position requires 40% travel and includes work in both a temperature-controlled office and construction-site environments.

Requirements

• Degree in Architectural Science, Civil Engineering, Construction/Project Management, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of retail construction or project management experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of retail construction and retail fixtures and equipment.
• Strong understanding of building methods, industry standards, and building codes.
• Ability to work independently and plan, organize, and schedule time and activities effectively.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with and through others to achieve goals and objectives.
• Ability to represent the Company's interests to outside professionals and contractors.
• Ability to travel 40% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Ensure assigned construction projects meet company standards for schedule, cost, and quality.
• Conduct regular field inspections and ensure contractors comply with contract documents; take corrective action as needed.
• Review and approve contractor payment applications as authorized by approved contracts and purchase orders.
• Schedule and coordinate store equipment and fixture setup, including deliveries, installation, utility connections, refrigeration startup, occupancy licenses, and merchandise receipt with store operators.
• Review and approve schedules for construction, equipment deliveries, inspections, utility connections, refrigeration startup, and occupancy licenses to support store setup and merchandising.
• Provide design and construction expertise to operations and departments on maintenance and repair questions.
• Assemble and approve contractor bidder lists for assigned projects.
• Evaluate approved contractors, architects, and engineers at project completion and consult management as needed about pre-qualified status changes.
• Execute the disaster recovery plan for the assigned area.
• Provide budget estimates and feasibility analysis for operations and departments developing the Division annual Equipment Budget forecast.
• Oversee design and construction activities for assimilation of acquisition stores in the assigned area.
• Review qualifications and confirm interest of potential contractors.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through a partnership with Stream.
• Associate discounts.
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick pay.
• Training, career growth, and development.
• Inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities served.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level