Senior Construction Manager - DMV

Lidl US•Arlington, MA

9d•$160,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lidl US is hiring a Senior Construction Manager for its Regional Real Estate Team, based at its corporate headquarters in Arlington, Virginia. The role leads the design and construction of stores, offices, and other facilities serving Lidl US in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. The Senior Construction Manager ensures projects meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements while navigating local zoning, environmental regulations, and market constraints. The position involves significant regional travel between offices, stores, real estate sites, construction zones, and distribution hubs, as well as overnight domestic travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or a similar field; alternatively, 10+ years of related experience may meet the education and experience requirements.
7+ years of experience in a related field, or 10+ years in lieu of the degree.
Knowledge of construction means and methods, contract and change-order negotiation, building codes, health and safety regulations, and entitlement processes.
Excellent supervisory and leadership skills, with the ability to train others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time-management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
Must possess and maintain, or be able to obtain, a current, valid US driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing commercial or retail build-outs in the DC-Baltimore metropolitan area is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise, mentor, or manage team members as needed in accordance with Company principles and management model.
Oversee the development and execution of assigned projects and initiatives in collaboration with cross-department stakeholders.
Support entitlement, zoning, variances, site plan approvals, and due diligence through DC, Maryland, and Virginia municipal planning boards and environmental agencies.
Manage the design process from conceptual planning through construction completion while maintaining prototypical standards.
Research, analyze, calculate, and manage construction costs tailored to DC, Maryland, and Virginia labor and material markets.
Manage store projects and personnel related to project bidding, contract awards, construction, and project closeout or handover.
Lead project teams consisting of consultants, general contractors, internal colleagues, and internal departments.
Oversee quality, safety, time, and cost controls for construction projects.
Create and monitor key performance indicator (KPI) reports.
Negotiate with regional manufacturers, trade subcontractors, and suppliers to purchase targeted construction products.
Analyze and evaluate current processes and projects and recommend optimizations.
Evaluate industry best practices and monitor retail-sector developments and innovations that may benefit the organization’s daily operations.
Establish design parameters based on DC, Maryland, and Virginia business needs and site-specific constraints, such as high-density parking requirements, utility infrastructure, and regional architectural mandates.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Starting pay of $160,000, with potential to earn $180,000 in the future.
10% employee-only discount on purchases made at Lidl stores.
Medical and prescription coverage.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for sickness or vacation.
Dedicated training plans.
401(k) plan with a 5% company match.
Voluntary term life and AD&D insurance.
Total Well-Being Program.
DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that offers employees access to their pay on their own schedule.