Project Manager, Construction

Art and Wellness Enterprises•Bentonville, AR

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Art and Wellness Enterprises (AWE) is a professional services organization supporting operating non-profits founded by Alice Walton, including the Alice L. Walton Foundation, Alice L. Walton School of Medicine, Art Bridges Foundation, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, the Momentary, and Heartland Whole Health Institute. The Project Manager, Construction leads the planning, organization, execution, and delivery of construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget and scope, and to established quality standards. The role directs resources across the full project lifecycle, from conceptual planning through construction closeout, and independently manages assigned projects while working with project leadership on complex initiatives. The position partners with Construction Managers on site execution and with the Project Coordinator on financial tracking, documentation, and reporting. It also coordinates with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders to maintain alignment and effective communication. The role requires sound judgment, strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The position is based on-site in Bentonville, Arkansas. Work takes place in indoor office settings and outdoor construction environments, with local travel and a flexible schedule that may include evenings or weekends based on project needs. Physical duties include prolonged computer and telephone use, lifting and transporting up to 25 pounds, routine site inspections, and varied movement in construction areas. The work may involve exposure to changing weather and temperatures, noise, mechanical parts, airborne particles, chemicals, electrical hazards, and confined or elevated spaces; appropriate personal protective equipment is required. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion, where permitted by state law, of a confidentiality agreement and background check. Identification verifying eligibility to work in the United States is required. Art and Wellness Enterprises, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered for exceptional candidates.
5–7+ years of experience managing construction or capital projects, with demonstrated success delivering projects on time, within scope, and on budget.
Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate cross-functional teams and external vendors.
Strong knowledge of construction project delivery methods, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and contract administration.
Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and risk awareness.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and accuracy.
Proficiency with project management and construction-related software such as MS Project, Excel, Smartsheet, Bluebeam, Procore, or similar platforms.
Professional integrity and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment where change is constant.
Ability to perform sustained computer and telephone use, communicate effectively, and lift and transport up to 25 pounds.
Ability to perform routine site inspections and duties involving standing, walking, operating tools or equipment, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
Ability to work in construction environments that may include tight, elevated, or confined spaces; changing temperatures and weather; noise; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; and electrical-shock risk.
Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment in accordance with safety protocols.
Ability to travel locally and work a flexible schedule that may include evenings or weekends based on project needs.
Successful completion of a confidentiality agreement and background check, where permitted by state law, and provision of identification verifying eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.
Prior experience in complex organizations such as healthcare, higher education, museum or cultural institutions, nonprofits, or multi-entity structures is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead assigned construction projects from conceptual planning through closeout, aligning delivery with organizational priorities and project objectives.
Translate client goals into actionable project plans and drive execution from design through completion.
Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and execution plans, delivering within scope, time, and budget parameters.
Direct pre-construction activities, including programming, feasibility analysis, design coordination, and cost estimating.
Prepare and deliver project status reports to communicate progress, risks, and key issues to leadership and stakeholders.
Lead project closeout, including commissioning, documentation, training, and operational readiness.
Manage projects within defined scope, budget, and schedule; escalate complex risks or deviations as appropriate.
Coordinate procurement and delivery of owner-furnished equipment and materials, including furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E).
Manage procurement processes, including developing RFPs, evaluating vendors, and selecting contractors and consultants.
Execute and administer contracts with legal and finance, supporting organizational standards and risk mitigation practices.
Review and approve invoices, payment applications, and change orders for accuracy and alignment with project budgets and scope.
Track, forecast, and report project financial performance and maintain accountability for project budgets.
Ensure confidentiality agreements, contract requirements, and other appropriate documentation and legal protections are in place.
Ensure contractors and vendors satisfy contractual requirements, including insurance, bonding, and compliance documentation.
Partner with Construction Managers to oversee on-site work and ensure adherence to design intent, quality standards, and contract requirements.
Monitor contractor performance, schedule adherence, change management, and use of contingencies and allowances.
Coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders across all phases of project delivery.
Ensure compliance with permitting, regulatory requirements, and applicable codes and standards.
Identify project risks and implement solutions to maintain momentum and mitigate issues; escalate complex construction, financial, or stakeholder issues to project leadership as needed.
Lead coordination among internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders to support effective communication and execution.
Foster a collaborative project environment emphasizing accountability, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
Support onboarding and coordination of project team members to align them with project goals and organizational standards.
Build and maintain working relationships with internal teams, client stakeholders, and external project partners.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support evolving organizational needs.