Senior Manager, Construction-DS
About The Position
The Senior Manager, Construction leads the execution and delivery of construction projects, ensuring they are completed on schedule, within scope, and on budget. The role directs contractors and partners to maintain compliance with design standards, codes, and safety requirements while managing risks and resolving issues. It fosters cross-functional collaboration to align construction work with operational priorities and drives continuous process improvement. The position also oversees project governance, vendor performance, and documentation, promoting accountability and excellence throughout the project lifecycle in support of Walmart’s strategic objectives and operational success. The team delivers construction for remodel projects, collaborating with contractors, architects, and cross-functional partners to meet quality, compliance, safety, schedule, scope, and budget expectations. It oversees all phases from pre-construction planning through closeout, manages risks and challenges, and emphasizes communication, leadership, and process improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field and 3 years of experience in construction management, construction administration, engineering, architecture, or a related area; or 5 years of experience in one of those areas.
- Extensive experience in construction management, including project execution and delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
- Leadership and team management skills to direct contractors, architects, and engineering partners.
- Expertise in contract management, budgeting, and financial oversight of construction projects.
- Proficiency in risk management and quality control to ensure compliance with Walmart and industry standards.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities for cross-functional collaboration and issue resolution.
- Capability in project management, including schedule development, compliance reviews, and process improvement initiatives.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in construction compliance and real estate management or a related area.
- Experience managing large-scale retail, industrial, or multi-site construction program delivery, including new-build or remodel environments, as a project manager or superintendent for general contractors or owners.
- Experience using construction project management platforms such as Procore, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or equivalent.
- Experience with procurement and contract management processes for construction services.
- Experience with sustainability, energy efficiency, and green building standards such as LEED or equivalent.
- Professional certification such as OSHA10, OSHA30, PE, PMP, CCM, LEED AP, or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Lead construction project execution to ensure completion on schedule, within scope, and on budget while managing contractors, architects, and engineers.
- Review and approve construction drawings, specifications, and submittals for compliance with design standards and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee construction compliance through routine reviews and promptly address deviations.
- Manage vendor and contractor relationships, including bid and change-order negotiations and performance monitoring.
- Collaborate with Store Development, Facilities, Procurement, and Operations to align construction activities with business priorities.
- Prepare and present project status, budget tracking, and risk mitigation reports to leadership.
- Drive process improvements and document best practices to enhance project delivery consistency.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Performance-based bonus awards
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k)
- Stock purchase
- Company-paid life insurance
- Paid time off, including sick leave
- Parental leave
- Family care leave
- Bereavement leave
- Jury duty leave
- Voting leave
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- Live Better U paid education benefit, including tuition, books, and fees for eligible programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
