(USA) Senior Manager, Construction-DS
About The Position
The Senior Manager, Construction-DS, leads the execution and delivery of construction projects, ensuring they are completed on schedule, within scope, and budget. This role directs contractors and design partners to maintain compliance with Walmart’s standards and applicable regulations. The position requires proactive risk management, cross-functional collaboration, and oversight of project governance from pre-construction through closeout. The Senior Manager drives process improvements, enforces quality control, and provides leadership to project teams, supporting operational priorities while maintaining rigorous standards for safety, compliance, and financial management throughout the construction lifecycle. The Industrial Design & Construction Remodels team drives innovative upgrades and remodel projects that enhance Walmart’s supply chain facilities. This collaborative group partners with internal units, consultants, and leadership to manage complex initiatives, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Team members apply strategic planning, problem-solving, and project management skills to deliver operational excellence. Focused on creative solutions and adaptability, the team supports the modernization and long-term success of Walmart’s industrial facilities by maintaining high standards in construction management, quality control, and risk mitigation within a dynamic environment.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in construction management, including project execution and delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
- Proven leadership skills to direct contractors, architects, and engineering teams effectively.
- Strong expertise in contract management, budgeting, and financial oversight.
- Ability to ensure compliance with building codes, safety, and environmental standards.
- Proficiency in risk management and problem-solving to mitigate project challenges.
- Excellent communication and team management capabilities to foster collaboration.
- Skilled in strategic planning, quality control, and process improvement initiatives.
- Demonstrated success in cross-functional coordination and stakeholder reporting.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field and 3 years’ experience in construction management, construction administration, engineering, architecture, or a related area OR 5 years’ experience in construction management, construction administration, engineering, architecture, or a related area.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in compliance in construction and real estate management or related area.
- Experience managing large-scale retail, industrial, or multi-site construction program delivery, including new build or remodel environments, specifically as a project manager or superintendent for general contractors or owners.
- Experience using construction project management platforms (for example, Procore, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or equivalent).
- Experience with procurement and contract management processes for construction services.
- Experience with sustainability, energy efficiency, and green building standards (for example, LEED or equivalent).
- Professional certification (OSHA10, OSHA30, PE, PMP, CCM, LEED AP, or equivalent).
Responsibilities
- Lead construction project execution to ensure timely, on-budget delivery aligned with approved plans and specifications.
- Direct contractors, architects, and engineers to maintain compliance with Walmart and regulatory standards throughout project lifecycle.
- Manage pre- and post-construction activities including bid strategy, pricing negotiations, scheduling, and project closeout.
- Monitor vendor performance and resolve issues to minimize delays and cost impacts.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Store Development, Facilities, Procurement, and Operations to align construction with business priorities.
- Prepare and present project status, risk assessments, and budget reports to leadership.
- Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and constructability across projects.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Performance-based bonus awards
- Medical coverage
- Vision coverage
- Dental coverage
- 401(k)
- Stock purchase
- Company-paid life insurance
- PTO (including sick leave)
- Parental leave
- Family care leave
- Bereavement
- Jury duty
- Voting leave
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
- Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
