Project Manager

Project Manager – Store RefurbishmentsHYBRID ROLE – MUST WORK 3 DAYS IN OFFICE Work hours: regular office hours, 8 hours a day, starting between 8 and 9Specific Skills Needed:Preferred Bachelor of Science degree or related fieldPreferred experience in Retail Construction / Project Management with responsibility for directly managing multiple outside resources within a multi-brand businessExcellent problem solverDiligent and able to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyExcellent organizational and communication skillsExcellent scheduling and workload management skillsAbility to be flexible and adjust to complex work environmentProject Management Software knowledge (Microsoft Projects, Smart Sheets, Autodesk Forma, Procore, etc.)Years of Experience: 3 to 5GENERAL FUNCTIONThe Manager Store Maintenance - Projects position drives capital and operational projects through the development, bidding, execution, and closeout processes for all assigned projects and programs. Working with outside vendors and contractors to execute delivering on time and within budget. Accountable for the accurate, reliable collection and documentation of all project information.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESManage accurately Master Schedule, Construction Schedules, Budget Oversight and Resource Management.Is self-confident, decisive, collaborative and builds relationships, as well as displays excellent ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external business partners.Partner with Store Construction and Design to review plans and construction documents to provide feedback, guidance, direction and ensure compliance to Brand standards and budget.Partner with procurement to draft accurate Request For Proposal documentation for project bidding and provide responses to all requests for clarification during the bidding process.Partner with procurement to qualify bid submittals, provide comparative bid submittal analysis, and present recommendations for vendor award.Draft and present proposals to the Director of Store Maintenance and executive leadership.Lead flawless execution of assigned programs, including driving for results from all external vendors and cross functional partners.Responsible for the coordination of preconstruction conference calls, drafting of phasing schedules, and alignment of all internal and external business parntersOversees the management of the project budgets, actual expenditures, and change ordersRegular review of all project photos and documentation to ensure the construction schedule is being met.Timely communication of issues to leadership and Brand point of contact, as required to support the projectAbility to work across multiple brands, understanding their unique traits, and how to apply best in class processes across all.Understanding of brand strategies and how they impact the store experience.BASIC QUALIFICATIONSBachelor of Science or related field5+ years of experience in Retail Construction / Project Management with responsibility for directly managing multiple outside resources within a multi-brand businessAbility to think strategically and innovativelyExcellent problem solverDiligent and able to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyExcellent organizational and communication skillsExcellent scheduling and workload management skillsExcellent people manager with ability to drive high quality results in all aspects of Project ManagementAbility to read and interpret construction documentsComputer skills: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project etc., as required to perform responsibilities and effectively communicate with all resourcesPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPMP CertificationDirect exposure and interaction with cross-functional teams and Corporate senior leadership