Construction Project Manager (Charlotte)

Summary/Objective

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of assigned retail construction projects—ensuring completion on time, within budget, and in alignment with company standards. This role requires extensive travel across the Southeast, with frequent overnight stays. 

Essential Functions

• Manage multiple retail construction projects from initiation through close-out.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines.
• Oversee all phases of development including entitlement, design, permitting, bidding, contracting, construction, store turnover, and project closure.
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, contractors, vendors, and developers.
• Develop and manage budgets, schedules, and forecasts.
• Review contracts, administer change orders, and ensure quality control.
• Monitor progress and report project status, risks, and resolutions.
• Utilize web-based project management tools for documentation and tracking.
• Oversee logistics and material sourcing, ensuring timely delivery to project sites.
• Resolve material sourcing issues and communicate delays or risks proactively.
• Manage inbound logistics from supplier to distribution center to store.
• Perform on-site assessments, which may require ladder climbing and rooftop access.
• Represent the company professionally and deliver exceptional client service.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience managing retail or restaurant construction projects including Developer Site Work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Skilled in web-based project management systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills.
• Ability to operate tablets for live data collection in the field.
• Past or present airport work experience would be a huge plus.