KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Project Management Ensure assigned construction projects are completed according to company standards for time, cost, and quality. Conduct regular field inspections to ensure contractor compliance with contract documents; take corrective actions as needed. Review and approve contractors’ applications for payment per authorized contracts and purchase orders. Schedule and coordinate store equipment and fixture setup activities to ensure timely occupancy, including: Delivery and installation of equipment. Utility connections and refrigeration startup. Confirmation of occupancy licenses. Coordination with operators for merchandise receipt. Review and approve schedules for construction, equipment deliveries, inspections, and utility connections to facilitate operations setup and merchandising activities. Execute disaster recovery plans for assigned areas. Design & Construction Expertise Provide design and construction expertise to operations and departments for maintenance and repair inquiries. Oversee all aspects of design and construction activities for assimilation of acquisition stores within assigned area. Vendor & Contractor Management Assemble and approve contractor bidder lists for each assigned project. Review qualifications and confirm interest of potential contractors. Conduct performance evaluations of contractors, architects, and engineers at project completion; recommend changes to pre-qualified status based on evaluations. Budgeting & Forecasting Provide budget estimates for operations and departments during development of Division Annual Equipment Budget (AEB) forecast, including feasibility analysis and cost estimating. Leadership & Training Provide training and mentorship to less experienced construction professionals. Participate in developing and administering department budgets, long-range resource planning, and alignment of resources with company development goals. Identify and evaluate outsourcing opportunities. Coordinate construction objectives with other company projects. Lead continuous process improvement efforts. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE Education Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in General Business or related field. Experience 8+ years of business and significant consulting management experience. Comprehensive understanding of retail real estate, construction, store operations, and store equipment. Ability to manage complex, high-profile projects and make decisions with high-level risk. Exceptional market analysis and negotiation skills. Strong management and leadership skills; ability to motivate and work through others to achieve results. Ability to work independently and effectively plan, organize, and schedule activities. Strong project management skills; ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to represent company interests to outside professionals and contractors. Skills Thorough knowledge of front-end work methods, fund handling, and scanning procedures. Understanding of company scanning and price maintenance systems. Previous retail store operations experience with strong background in scan coordination. Complete knowledge of front-end company policies and procedures. Ability to work effectively in a team environment; strong relationship-building skills. Proficiency in PC applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Strong analytical ability. Travel Requirements Approximately 40% travel. Physical Environment Work primarily performed in a temperature-controlled office environment. May sit for long periods at a desk or computer terminal. Use of calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment. Occasional stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching required.