Manager, Construction

Pep Boys • Bala-Cynwyd, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Construction Manager is responsible for managing multiple retail capital
projects across the Pep Boys portfolio, including brownfield remodels, refresh
programs, relocations, and select greenfield ground-up developments.

This role oversees projects from bidding through closeout and ensures delivery
in accordance with approved scope, budget, schedule, and company standards.
Reports to the Senior Construction Manager.

Requirements

• 7+ years of retail or commercial construction experience
• Direct experience managing brownfield remodels in operating retail environments
• Experience managing ground-up retail or redevelopment projects
• Experience managing projects ranging from $500K–$7M+
• Experience working with landlords, municipalities, and multi-discipline consultants
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, site work, and retail build-outs
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong budget management and cost control capability
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Smartsheet, or similar platforms
• Strong Excel skills for cost tracking and reporting
• Self-directed and highly accountable
• Strong contractor negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Comfortable managing projects in fast-paced, multi-site environments
• Clear communicator capable of presenting project updates to leadership
• Willingness to travel extensively
• Repetitive movement of hands and fingers, typing or writing
• Occasional standing and walking
• Walking sites under construction
• Frequent travel

Responsibilities

• Manage 5–10 concurrent retail construction projects in various phases
• Oversee brownfield remodels in operating store environments
• Manage select greenfield ground-up or redevelopment projects
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor safety, quality, and schedule
• Identify and escalate risks impacting cost, scope, or timeline
• Develop and validate detailed scopes of work
• Prepare and manage project budgets
• Monitor contingency usage and forecast cost-to-complete
• Review, negotiate, and document change orders
• Maintain accurate cost tracking and reporting
• Lead competitive bidding processes for brownfield and greenfield projects
• Evaluate contractor proposals and recommend award
• Manage General Contractor performance and contract compliance
• Resolve field conflicts and drive schedule recovery when required
• Coordinate with landlords on work letters and delivery obligations
• Oversee site and utility coordination for greenfield projects
• Interface with civil, structural, and MEP consultants during construction
• Manage RFIs, submittals, schedules, and project documentation
• Maintain accurate records in construction management platforms
• Provide regular project updates to Senior Construction Manager
• Ensure complete project documentation for audit and closeout
• Drive punch list completion and substantial completion milestones
• Ensure receipt of COs, inspections, and final approvals
• Collect warranties, as-builts, lien waivers, and final documentation
• Reconcile final project costs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees