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Manager I Construction Projects

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), Hyattsville, MD, United States


Category/Area of Expertise:

Construction

Job Requisition:

490269

Address:

USA-MD-Hyattsville-8301 Professional Place Ste115

Store Code:

Store Development (5116255)

Position Summary
The primary scope of this position is to manage remodel projects from pre‑construction (schedules, review of plans & bidding) through construction (implementing of construction activities, budget management and municipal sign offs) and warranty / close‑out period (completion of punch list / warranty items and close‑out financial documents within the timeline requirements). Project Manager I will manage various types of projects including limited scope to large scope projects, renovations to existing and operating stores.

Applicants must reside in the greater DC Metro Area. The role requires travel to remodel
ew store locations on Tuesday - Thursday, in office requirement on Monday and a remote office day on Friday.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Manage the bidding and awarding processes related to all GCs, CMs, individual subcontractors and various suppliers.

Manage the compilation of all bid documents, including requests for proposals, bid forms, bid plans, special instructions, schedules, and uploading the RFP package.

Manage the preparation of contracts, purchase orders, processing, and payment of all requisitions and invoices.

Manage the Construction Change Authorization/Change Order process, ensuring changes are valid and not part of original scope of work.

Manage the bid, contract and requisition approval process.

Manage the redline review process of ARCH/MEP (Architectural/Mechanical Engineering Plans) on assigned projects with respect to accuracy and conformance to prototype standards, building codes, and other generally accepted construction practices.

Provide value engineering feedback to the Engineering department on assigned projects.

Develop and implement new cost savings ideas, including value engineering and construction means and methods, that will result in saving time and money.

Plan store expansion, remodel projects, and department rollouts by creating detailed phase plans and closely monitoring.

Coordinate with all internal departments regarding schedules, project phasing and changes.

Oversee the construction activities to ensure completion in a timely manner and in accordance with prototype and lease requirements.

Issue complete period budget report to keep Senior Management up to date on the financial status of the project and any changes that will affect it.

Review all pending change orders and determine potential impact to the budget so they can be projected properly.

Update period budget report and compare/align with committed costs.

Work with all other departments, (Purchasing, Refrigeration, Real Estate etc.) to ensure all potential costs are being committed/projected. Submit projected number for all cost centers for incorporation into the budget report.

Direct weekly project construction and operations meetings for all assigned projects.

Plan and direct these weekly meetings with GC's or CM's, including subcontractors, vendors, and operations support teams.

Inspect progress to verify that all work is compliant with plans and specifications and meets our standards for quality and appearance.

Monitor and evaluate on site activities to determine if they are consistent with the construction schedule milestones.

Prepare and manage as necessary construction schedules, phase plans, two‑week look‑ahead schedules, critical equipment delivery schedules for equipment delivery.

Minimize disruptions that will interfere with store operation and complete renovations and new stores per schedule.

Schedules must be revised and/or updated in a timely manner to accurately indicate job status.

Work with the Safety department and the contractors' safety reps to ensure safety inspections are completed, workers are trained, and the project runs in as safe a manner as possible, always promoting a safe working environment.

Work with our safety dept. to review safety expectations at the start of every project.

During weekly visits and job meetings call out both positive examples of safe practices and areas of concern.

Write warnings and eventually fines for contractors who do not follow the process.

After the job is complete, perform a postmortem with our safety dept. and recommend safety awards for vendors who promoted safety as a standard.

Meet with vendors who were delinquent and determine if they can improve and continue to work for us.

Implement and manage the project completion process including the punch list walk‑through inspections, project closeout manuals, and the project punch list completion signoff process. This process includes all as built plans, and the completion and payment of all construction requisitions and invoices within four months after store opening.

Fill out and submit Fixed Asset documents for the disposition of all equipment removed from the store to insure accurate depreciation accounting.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering preferred.

5+ years of construction and/or architecture industry experience.

Practical Construction technology and methods.

Knowledge of architectural designs/engineering concepts and processes; construction methods and materials; site/off site design and development; project management; environmental and legal issues relative to development; supermarket/retail industry standards.

Full knowledge of Construction Safety and OSHA requirements.

Must be able to read and interpret plans (Architectural, Structural, MEP, Refrigeration and EMS plans), specifications, building codes and lease exhibits.

Must be able to do complex phase planning and construction scheduling.

Must be able to read/interpret/write contracts, schedules and timelines.

Must be able to climb a ladder.

Must be able to travel weekly.

Strong proficiency with Bluebeam Revu.

Oral and/or written communication skills.

Presentation skills.

Strong analytical skills.

Customer focus.

Self‑Motivated.

Attention to detail.

Negotiation skills.

Strategic planning.

Salary Range: $106,480 - $159,720

Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

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