Real Estate Construction Manager (Midwest)

One of our premier retail clients is looking to hire a Real Estate Construction Manager. This person will lead retail construction projects from early planning through key turnover - new builds, remodels, relocations, and refresh programs. Will be the primary point of accountability for cost, schedule, and brand standards. High-visibility role interfacing directly with Legal and Real Estate on disputes and delays.



Compensation: $75,000-$85,000

Location: MUST SIT out of Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Illinois. Will work remote travel throughout the central Midwest (can live in neighboring states IF near an airport)

Travel: ~25%



MUST-HAVES:

• 5 years managing retail construction projects, specifically multi-site rollouts
• Strong grasp of retail construction schedules, store opening coordination, and prototype execution
• Budget, schedule, and vendor management across multiple concurrent projects
• Valid driver's license; ability to travel (primarily Midwest)
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (Bonus)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Budget & Schedule Management : Develop conceptual budgets and detailed project cost tracking; create and manage schedules aligned to retail opening calendars; identify risks early; coordinate capital vs. lease scope with Finance and Real Estate.

Vendor & Contractor Oversight : Lead bid processes and contractor selection; manage GCs, architects, engineers, and specialty vendors; hold all parties accountable to scope, schedule, and cost; support resolution of disputes impacting store openings.

Permitting, Due Diligence & Compliance : Coordinate site assessments, landlord coordination, and permitting; ensure compliance with local codes, lease requirements, and brand standards; maintain project documentation and logs; interface with Legal and Real Estate on construction-related disputes.

Construction Oversight & Store Readiness: Conduct site visits; review weekly reports and communicate status/risks to stakeholders; manage punch lists and drive closeout; coordinate final handoff to Store Operations and Store Maintenance.


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