Architectural Project Manager

Dollar Tree, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); In loco; USD 78.000 - 87.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health, Dental, & Vision insurance

401k plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Educational Assistance

PTO and holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

Dollar Tree, Inc. is seeking an Architectural Project Manager in Chesapeake, VA to lead design, permitting, and construction documentation for new stores, relocations, and expansions.

You will coordinate internal teams with external A&E partners, manage schedules and budgets, and drive quality across multiple projects annually. You’ll apply knowledge of building codes and ADA, review lease exhibits, and collaborate with Real Estate, Construction, Store Planning, Logistics, and Operations to meet

Competenze

• Associate's degree in Architecture or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum of three years of architectural project management experience across multi-state retail.
• Ground-up construction experience required.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects in fast-paced retail development.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, and MS Office.

Mansioni

• Oversee design and permitting for 50–70 projects annually.
• Coordinate A&E partners and communicate scope, schedule, and deliverables.
• Manage construction documentation quality, budgets, and schedule.
• Collaborate with Real Estate, Construction, Store Planning, and Operations.

Conoscenze

Project management

Construction knowledge

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

Stakeholder communication

Travel readiness

Formazione

Associate's degree in Architecture or related field

Strumenti

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

MS Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Architectural Project Manager

Your architectural project management experience, attention to detail, and ability to successfully coordinate complex design and permitting activities make you a great fit for our Architectural Project Manager position. Join our dynamic team and play a key role in delivering new, relocation, and expansion projects by managing the architectural design process from initial assessment through permitting and construction documentation.

Location: Chesapeake, Virginia

About Your Role:

As an Architectural Project Manager at Dollar Tree, you'll be responsible for the design, assessment, execution, coordination, permitting, and reporting of assigned new store, relocation, and expansion projects. You'll oversee approximately 50–70 projects annually, depending on business needs, while partnering closely with Real Estate, Construction, Store Planning, Logistics, and Operations. You'll serve as the primary liaison between Dollar Tree's internal design team and external Architecture & Engineering (A&E) consultants, ensuring projects progress on schedule, remain aligned with budget expectations, and meet company design and quality standards.

Your day-to-day job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Project Design & Pre-Construction Management

Oversee pre-construction activities, primarily design and permitting, for approximately 50–70 projects annually. Review Letters of Intent (LOIs), exhibits, lease language, and project criteria to accurately define and communicate project scope to A&E partners. Review as-built surveys and existing site conditions to develop appropriate scopes of work based on project and deal type. Lead project kickoff activities and communicate project requirements, design intent, deliverables, and schedules to internal and external project teams. Clearly communicate design intent through both verbal and visual methods. Ensure timely decisions are made throughout the design process to maintain project schedules and support permit acquisition.

Architectural Design, Documentation & Permitting

Manage and coordinate the architectural design process to ensure projects progress efficiently and documentation is accurate, complete, and delivered on schedule. Monitor A&E partner performance to ensure timely delivery of complete, high-quality construction documents. Review final construction documents for quality, compliance, constructability, and value engineering opportunities. Ensure new design initiatives and company standards are consistently incorporated throughout the design process. Track high-risk permitting activities, identify potential project risks, and develop mitigation plans to support scheduled store openings. Maintain working knowledge of applicable building codes, ADA requirements, permitting processes, and construction documentation standards.

A&E, Landlord & Cross-Functional Partnership

Serve as the primary contact for external A&E consultants, managing project deliverables, schedules, communication, and continuous improvement. Consult with landlords and their A&E consultants to coordinate project responsibilities, plans, and design requirements. Partner closely with Real Estate to establish viable landlord scopes of work that align with the proposed deal structure while supporting construction cost and schedule objectives. Build strong working relationships with Real Estate, Construction, Store Planning, Logistics, Operations, and other internal stakeholders. Partner with departmental managers to support effective workflows, communication, and operational performance across projects.

Project Performance & Continuous Improvement

Manage multiple concurrent projects throughout the design lifecycle while maintaining quality, schedule, and project requirements. Manage consultant contracts, fee proposals, change orders, and project budgets as applicable. Conduct project reviews and post-project evaluations with Construction, Real Estate, and Store Design leadership. Identify lessons learned and recommend improvements to strengthen future project execution. Promote continuous improvement with A&E partners and internal project teams. Complete additional projects and assignments as business needs require.

Your Required Skills and Experience:

Associate's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered. Minimum of three years of architectural project management experience, including tenant improvement and ground-up commercial construction across multiple states. Ground-up construction experience is required. Demonstrated experience managing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced retail development environment. Strong knowledge of construction documentation, building systems, building codes, ADA requirements, and permitting processes. Experience coordinating project teams and communicating project status to stakeholders and senior leadership. Proficiency in project planning and scheduling. Experience managing consultant contracts, fee proposals, change orders, and project budgets. Working knowledge of lease exhibits and landlord/tenant work responsibilities. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Bluebeam Revu. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with internal team members and external business partners. Ability to travel as business needs require.

Preferred Requirements:

Experience supporting national retail store development programs. Familiarity with store planning, merchandising, fixturing, and retail operations. Knowledge of value engineering principles and cost management strategies.

Compensation

Start Rate = $78,000-$87,000 based on experience plus 20% bonus and equity.

Benefits

• The company offers Health, Dental, & Vision, a flexible spending account, life and disability insurance benefits, a 401k plan, PTO, paid holidays annually, and an employee stock purchase plan.

Your Perks and Benefits:

• We offer a wide variety of rewards to support your health, wealth, and mental well-being.
• In addition to medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance, we offer:
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Educational Assistance
• Access to PerkSpot, an employee discount platform for goods and services
• And much more!

Who We Are

At Dollar Tree, we make a difference in the lives of our customers every day by exceeding their expectations and delivering value—it's what our business is built on. Our associates play an important role in this commitment by embracing change and showing up for their teams and their communities. We see an exciting path forward as our company continues to grow and transform—and we know that this path starts with you. Join our team today and discover The Value of You.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Dollar Tree is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. This is not to be considered a complete list of job duties, which may be amended from time to time at the discretion of Dollar Tree. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor. Please note, this job description is not a contract of employment and may be modified to meet evolving business needs. Employment at Dollar Tree is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.

Full time 500 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320 Store Development Dollar Tree Here, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with people every day — creating memorable experiences for our customers while also building a career that can take you anywhere. Join our team and see where your journey can take you. We're invested in your health and wellness. That’s why we invest in perks, programs, and resources that help you at every stage of your life and career.