(USA) Manager, Project and Construction

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

1d•$70,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The Manager, Project and Construction, leads the planning, coordination, and execution of significant construction projects while maintaining effective communication among stakeholders. This role involves managing project risks, budgets, and schedules to ensure quality and compliance with safety standards. The manager supports operational transitions and fosters strong relationships with contractors, suppliers, and internal teams. By applying analytical and project management expertise, this position drives successful project outcomes, promotes continuous improvement, and upholds company values through ethical leadership and collaborative problem-solving. About the team: The Central Construction Operations team leads Walmart’s and Sam's Club national Flooring and Exterior Paint programs, managing extensive store remodels across the country. This team collaborates closely with contractors, specialty installers, and field personnel to ensure projects meet specifications, timelines, and budgets. Utilizing tools like Lucernex and Wrike, the team oversees project tracking, vendor relationships, and program standards from pilot phases to full rollout. Working cross-functionally with Construction Directors, Design, Finance, and Legal, the team addresses field escalations and drives successful project execution that supports Walmart’s operational goals and customer experience.

Requirements

Proven experience in project and construction management, including planning, estimating, and monitoring project costs and timelines.
Strong skills in budget management, with the ability to gather, prepare, and analyze budget information effectively.
Expertise in construction quality assurance, ensuring compliance with quality standards and best practices.
Knowledge of construction safety and health regulations, with experience implementing safety policies and monitoring compliance.
Excellent relationship management skills to collaborate with stakeholders, contractors, and team members.
Effective communication and analytic abilities to identify risks, create contingency plans, and drive project success.
Ability to lead, mentor, and develop associates while fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
1 year’s experience in project or construction management, operations, or operations management.

Nice To Haves

Cross-functional project management
Associates: Construction Management

Responsibilities

Plan, estimate, organize, and monitor significant construction and project initiatives using established tools and methods.
Maintain open communication among project participants, stakeholders, and teams to ensure alignment and timely issue resolution.
Identify project risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate potential impacts on timelines and budgets.
Oversee construction quality assurance, ensuring compliance with policies, standards, and safety regulations.
Manage budgets by gathering and preparing required financial information, monitoring costs, and supporting change order processes.
Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and internal teams to address operational needs and support smooth project transitions.
Conduct regular project reviews and reporting to track progress and recommend improvements.
Utilize excel and AI platforms to accelerate processes and enhance communication utilizing data sets in the enterprise for decision making
Attend site visits to evaluate compliance, at risk circumstances, etc..

Benefits

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet.
Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage.
Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance.
Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment.
It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.
For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities.
Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates.
Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.
Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.