Sr. Project Manager, Construction (Remote)

Foot Locker•,

6d•$120,000 - $130,000•Remote

About The Position

Foot Locker is hiring a Senior Project Manager of Construction to manage new-store construction, remodels, special projects, and store initiatives as directed by the Director of Construction. The role manages multiple external vendors, including architectural, engineering, expediting, project management, and general contractor service providers. As the company’s representative, the position is responsible for project delivery, documentation, site control, change management, forecasting and risk analysis, reporting, and cost, schedule, and quality outcomes. The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of architectural and construction processes, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. The role manages customer expectations through partnership and ongoing process improvement, and works with store design, real estate leasing, divisional field teams, and senior management. It is accountable for preliminary and final budgets, change orders, and payment applications. Travel to project sites is required to ensure company standards are met. This is a remote work opportunity. Candidates must be based in the United States; Central, Mountain, or Pacific Time Zones are preferred. Applicants must already be authorized to work full time in the United States. Foot Locker will not provide new employment authorization sponsorship or immigration-related support for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 8 years of progressive experience in retail development or construction project management, with proven success delivering new builds, remodels, and/or expansions in mall and street-front retail environments.
Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore or Autodesk BIM 360, scheduling tools such as Primavera, Smartsheet, or MS Project, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of union and non-union practices.
Knowledge of building codes.
Knowledge of construction means and methods in North America.
Excellent problem-solving ability, including leveraging resources for technical resolution.
Thorough understanding of architectural and construction processes.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; no new employment authorization sponsorship or immigration-related support is offered.
Must be based in the United States; Central, Mountain, or Pacific Time Zones are preferred.
Travel to project sites is required.

Nice To Haves

PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
CCM (Certified Construction Manager) certification.
LEED AP certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinate project activities with business partners and outside vendors.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal customers, vendors, and business partners; use influencing, negotiation, and persuasion skills to gain cooperation and meet customer service standards.
Understand customer priorities and terminology, communicate proactively and effectively, and appropriately handle sensitive business information.
Interface with Lease Administration to review lease documents.
Adapt to changing divisional needs and schedules.
Independently develop action plans for emergency, immediate, or complex problems; develop practical recommendations and drive complex issues to resolution, escalating appropriately.
Develop and implement process improvements and use process management skills to resolve issues when established processes are absent or inadequate.
Manage project planning and schedules, costs, and closeout; manage multiple projects concurrently while meeting timeline and quality expectations.
Ensure adherence to OSHA regulations, company safety protocols, and site-specific safety plans; conduct or oversee site safety audits and incident reporting.
Develop, review, and audit monthly, quarterly, and biannual expense and capital budgets and forecasts based on trends.
Recommend team structure and task assignments, including internal benchmarking and cross-functional staffing where appropriate.
Interpret construction drawings and identify value-engineering opportunities.
Read and negotiate contracts and develop and review budgets.
Manage project delivery, document management, site control, change management, forecasting, risk analysis, and project reporting.
Manage preliminary and final budgets, change orders, and applications for payment.
Travel to project sites to ensure company standards are met.