Construction Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Since 1992, our people have been the secret to our success. Menemsha has delivered thousands of successful projects to both private and public sector clients throughout North America and internationally, including P.F. Chang’s, Wingstop, Starbucks, Lululemon, Office Depot, CVS, Citibank, Regions Bank, Citizens Bank, and Tractor Supply Co. Our reputation is built on the outstanding innovation and technical excellence that our people deliver.

Together we nurture an inclusive and collaborative culture that embraces new ideas and exciting new technologies. We empower each other to succeed. We celebrate our successes. We stand on great thinking, not on formality. We support our staff in all they do, recognizing that each of us has passions outside of work as well. Menemsha is a great place to invest in your talent, to learn from others, and to grow. Something special is happening at Menemsha and we invite you to see for yourself. We look forward to saying hello.

The Construction Manager is responsible for leading construction-phase project execution and administration for tenant improvement, retail, and multi-site rollout programs. This role manages the full construction management process from contractor procurement and commitment through project closeout. Responsibilities include GC bidding and award coordination, contract and PO issuance, landlord coordination, submittal and RFI management, pre-construction tracking, schedule and budget oversight, change management, payment processing, punchlist management, and closeout documentation.

This role requires a highly organized, solutions-oriented professional who can manage multiple projects simultaneously, communicate effectively with clients and contractors, and maintain strong control over project documentation, timelines, and deliverables. The ideal candidate is comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment and can proactively identify issues, coordinate resolution, and drive projects to completion.

Construction Procurement and Commit Phase

· Lead or support the issuance of RFQs to general contractors.

· Assist with bid review, leveling, contractor comparisons, and award recommendations.

· Coordinate execution of GC contracts and related commitment documentation.

· Draft and issue purchase orders and work orders in accordance with company and client requirements.

· Manage landlord coordination activities including approvals, notifications, lease-driven requirements, and compliance documentation.

Pre-Construction Management

· Coordinate pre-construction activities to ensure project readiness.

· Track long-lead items, procurement milestones, and schedule-critical materials.

· Organize and document pre-construction meetings.

· Maintain accurate project records, trackers, meeting notes, and action item logs.

Construction Administration

· Manage the submittal process and ensure timely review and response in accordance with project requirements.

· Manage RFIs, including logging, tracking, coordination of written responses, and maintaining an accurate RFI tracker.

· Monitor project progress throughout construction and review schedule updates for accuracy and risk.

· Confirm milestone readiness, including substantial completion coordination.

· Communicate regularly with clients, contractors, landlords, consultants, and internal teams to maintain alignment and project momentum.

· Prepare and provide project-specific and program-level reporting as required.

Cost, Change, and Payment Management

· Review contractor change requests for scope validity, pricing, and schedule impact.

· Coordinate internal review and approval workflows for change requests.

· Update schedules and budgets based on approved project changes.

· Review and process contractor pay applications and invoices for contract compliance and progress verification.

· Support final financial reconciliation and project closeout accounting.

Punchlist and Closeout

· Conduct punch walks and develop, distribute, and track punch lists through final resolution.

· Coordinate substantial completion confirmation and turnover readiness.

· Review and submit Fixed Asset Register information when required by the client.

· Coordinate closeout requirements including as-builts, archive photography, 360 review, and closeout checklists.

· Ensure all final documentation is complete, properly organized, and uploaded in accordance with internal and client standards.

Essential Duties

· Manage multiple active construction projects or program sites concurrently.

· Serve as a primary day-to-day point of contact for construction-phase execution.

· Maintain project trackers for submittals, RFIs, long-lead items, change orders, financial processing, and closeout.

· Drive accountability among project stakeholders and follow through on open action items.

· Identify and escalate schedule, budget, procurement, and execution risks early.

· Partner with internal design, architecture, project management, and construction teams to ensure smooth coordination from commitment through closeout.

· Maintain high standards of quality, responsiveness, organization, and professionalism across all assigned projects.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Strong understanding of construction administration, procurement, and project execution.

· Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, schedules, and construction documents.

· Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize across multiple deadlines and projects.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving ability with sound judgment.

· High level of attention to detail in documentation, reporting, and financial review.

· Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

· Professional client-facing presence and strong follow-through.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based project and document management systems.