Retail Development Project Manager | Lead Projects From Blueprint To Build

Build, Lead, Deliver: Construction Project Manager

Ready to take ownership of projects that shape the communities where people live, work, and shop? We're looking for a driven Project Manager to lead high-impact retail construction, remodel, and development projects from concept through completion. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and leadership teams while driving projects that directly impact business growth.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead multiple construction, remodel, and special projects simultaneously while managing schedules, budgets, and key milestones.
• Review and interpret construction documents, engineering plans, building codes, site requirements, and material specifications.
• Partner with architects, contractors, vendors, landlords, and regulatory agencies to ensure successful project execution.
• Manage change orders, identify recurring issues, and implement process improvements that enhance project efficiency.
• Develop scopes of work, assist with conceptual designs and fixture layouts, and support project planning efforts.
• Provide technical guidance and problem-solving throughout the design and construction process.
• Identify value engineering opportunities that reduce costs while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Communicate project updates, risks, and solutions to stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Support the training and development of AutoCAD specialists and contribute to continuous process improvements.

What We're Looking For

• Project management experience within construction, engineering, architecture, or related industries.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience reviewing construction documents and coordinating with cross-functional project teams.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of retail construction is a plus.
• Self-starter with a strong attention to detail and a passion for delivering successful projects.

Top Skills

Project Management

Construction & Engineering Coordination

AutoCAD

Conceptual Design

Change Order Management

Value Engineering

Why This Opportunity?

You'll have a direct hand in shaping large-scale retail projects, influencing design decisions, improving construction processes, and delivering projects that make a lasting impact. If you're energized by solving challenges, leading teams, and seeing projects come to life, this is the role for you.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Concord, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.87 - $44.23/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Concord,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.