Store Construction Project Manager

Victra - Verizon Wireless Premium Retailer•Raleigh, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

You have a knack for negotiating and directing construction projects from start to finish. You are well-versed in construction methodologies and procedures and can coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results. Victra is Verizon's largest retail partner. As a Store Construction Project Manager, you will be instrumental in organizing and overseeing construction procedures to make sure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner for our network of stores nationwide.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from a four-year College or University or equivalent, relevant work experience.
Proficient in all standard Microsoft Office Programs, especially Excel is expected
Two years or more in a role performing construction project management and experience bidding and negotiating for construction projects
Highly proficient and knowledge of architectural drawing details, construction methods, MEP drawings, and structural engineering drawings
Ability to travel to various locations
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time

Nice To Haves

Experience with business services, technical services, telecom, or similar technology is a plus

Responsibilities

Facilitate the project management of new store build-outs, store renovations, store closings and capital initiative plans with limited guidance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other key stakeholders to gather input and develop store layout design and concept solutions that take our business approach to the next level.
Ensure compliance with brand standards and lease exhibit reviews to achieve work letter compliance.
Manage design professionals to ensure compliance, accuracy to code compliance, permit requirements, and landlord criteria.
Maintain established construction schedules to allow stores to open on time in a professional manner.
Negotiate with Landlords to obtain their approval of drawings and ensure negotiations fall within specific budget parameters.
Manage, monitor, and communicate project schedules, budget guidelines, progress, and costs to ensure projects are completed on time and to established expectations.
Address concerns and maintains consistent follow-up on any outstanding issues.
Manage the permitting and approval phase of the development process and ensure all proper approvals have been received prior to construction.
Oversee contractor and vendor performance during construction phase through site visits and report review. Visits projects to perform due diligence and monitor quality aspects of the work being performed by vendors and or contractors.
Oversee bidding process and contract negotiations. Ensure company's contract policies are followed.
Direct multiple projects, typically up to 40-50 projects annually and 5-10 stores simultaneously.
Work with other departments to improve processes in support of capital renovations, capital initiative execution, and maintenance of existing stores.
Assist with special projects that are related to store development, design, and customer experience.