Project Manager, High-End Retail Construction

Retail Construction Project Manager

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions is a veteran-owned business that provides construction, program management, real estate & site development, and architecture & engineering services for restaurant, grocery, fuel and convenience store, retail, and government sectors nationwide. We work with leading brands like McDonald's, Starbucks, Sprouts, and BP, to name a few. At Sevan, we provide the talent, technology, and trusted expertise needed to consistently deliver excellence in multi-site construction.

Sevan is nationally recognized for workplace culture, industry leadership, and safety. Recent honors include 12 consecutive years as a Great Place to Work®, placement on ENR's national Program and Construction Management rankings, recognition as one of America's Safest Companies for 2025, and the 2025 Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion Award.

The Retail Construction Project Manager works as part of a program management team managing construction programs limited in size, scope, duration, etc. for our client in the High End Retail space. The Project Manager will act independently as an extension of an owner's design, construction and maintenance staff overseeing the work of general contractors, designers and vendors. The Project Manager will provide leadership across all construction execution activities to successfully deliver the project to completion.

Project Types: Commercial, High End Retail

Travel: 50% Regionally

Location: U.S. Northeast Region

The Project Manager responsibilities may include the following:

• Client Project delivery including, construction oversight (pre-construction meeting, construction, weekly status reports, safety audits/observations, change orders, invoicing, punch lists), and project closeout.
• On-Site project management of construction activities.
• Responsible for maintaining retail sites that are either owned or leased with scope of works dependent upon the class of trade. The Project Manager to provide support for Site Operators by managing maintenance vendors and is accountable for meeting an annual budget for repairs and capital replacements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage construction and facility projects from planning through completion, ensuring work is delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders to support successful project execution.
• Monitor project progress, schedules, costs, quality, and safety, proactively resolving issues and managing change orders as needed.
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and due diligence reviews to evaluate project conditions, installations, repairs, and asset performance.
• Prepare project scopes, budgets, schedules, and status updates while maintaining accurate project documentation and reporting.
• Support capital improvement planning, facility maintenance programs, and asset replacement initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors to support ongoing operations and future project opportunities.
• Provide technical guidance and project support to operations, sales, and construction teams.
• Travel to project sites as needed to oversee work and ensure compliance with project requirements and safety standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or related program or equivalent
• 15+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experienced in multi-site project management within the retail or high-end retail industries on a regional or national scale
• Expertise in managing field teams, coordinating with general contractors, architects, vendors, consultants, and client stakeholders, and maintaining control of schedule, budget, procurement, RFIs, change orders, punch list, and closeout.
• Must be highly client-facing, organized, decisive, and comfortable managing projects independently with frequent travel.
• Ground-up and/or complex tenant improvement experience is a plus.
• PMP, CCM, OSHA 30, or similar construction-related certifications are preferred.

Pay & Benefits:

The anticipated compensation range for the position is $120,000 - $140,000 is based on a full-time schedule, market and business conditions, and is commensurate on individual education, qualifications, and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, flexible paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, and a matching 401K plan.

Why Join Sevan?

At Sevan, we believe in creating a supportive and dynamic environment where your contributions truly matter. Here's what you can expect as part of our team:

• Live Our Values: Join a company that values integrity, respect, teamwork, excellence, and charity. These principles are at the heart of everything we do.
• Champion Key Initiatives: Play a vital role in driving Sevan-wide initiatives like Safety and Sustainability, ensuring positive impacts for our people and the planet.
• Inspire and Lead: Help us bring our vision to life by embracing our commitment to Service, Talent, and Choices—you'll have a voice in shaping the future.
• Set the Standard: Be a role model for professional behavior, fostering a workplace culture that motivates and inspires others.
• Grow With Us: Take charge of your personal and professional growth through hands-on experience, engaging training programs, and opportunities to mentor interns and co-ops.
• Support Development of Top Brands: Opportunity to work behind the scenes supporting efforts for industry leaders like McDonald's, Starbucks, and 7-Eleven.

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.