Assistant Construction Manager

Circle K; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Hands-on experience

Mentorship

Career advancement

Job summary

Circle K in Nashville is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager to support commercial construction projects from planning to post-opening. This hands-on role is based in the office and expects five days per week in the office, working within Circle K's Global Real Estate team.

The position requires 2–5 years of construction experience, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and willingness to travel up to 75% across the US.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in commercial construction or PM support.
• Strong verbal and written communication with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite and project coordination.
• Willingness to travel across the US (up to 75%).

Responsibilities

• Assist with budgets, drawings review, and material takeoffs.
• Support bid qualification, RFIs, and procurement activities.
• Attend punch walks and post-opening site visits for quality control.
• Identify issues early and coordinate solutions with the team.
• Manage post-opening warranty plans for new sites.

Skills

Construction experience

Problem-Solving

Communication skills

Growth mindset

Ability to travel

Microsoft 365

Tools

Microsoft 365 Suite

Job description

Title: Assistant Construction Manager

This role is based in office ant one of our business unit locations with an expectation of 5 days/week in the office.

At Couche-Tard/Circle K, our mission is simple: to make our customer’s lives a little easier everyday. You may have already stopped for coffee, refueling your car, or eating something on the go. Then, you know what Couche-Tard/Circle K is. We have grown into a successful global company with over 16,000 stores in 29 countries, serving almost 9 million customers every day. In total, more than 150,000 people work in our stores and offices. We make journeys easier by offering fast and friendly service. We care about our people and our communities, and we look for ways to uplift people first. Wherever your journey’s going, we can help you get there. Are you ready to grow your career? Let's grow together!

THE ROLE

Your Opportunity to Build a Career

Are you ready to jumpstart your career in commercial construction with a global leader? We're looking for a driven and talented Assistant Construction Manager to join our Global Real Estate team. This is a great opportunity to fast-track your career in commercial construction by working on high-impact projects from the ground up. You'll gain hands-on experience, learn from seasoned industry veterans, and become an essential part of a dynamic team focused on innovation and winning.

This role is designed for someone who wants to grow. As a key member of our team, you'll be perfectly positioned to learn our processes, take on more responsibility, and advance into a Construction Manager role.

What You’ll Do

You’ll support construction projects from the initial planning stages through post-opening. As this is a new position, the responsibilities may evolve to best support the team's needs.

• Financial & Technical Review: Reviewing budgets and construction drawings for accuracy and performing material takeoffs.
• Project Lifecycle Support: Participating in the bid qualification and RFI processes, assisting with equipment ordering and procurement, and attending project status meetings.
• On-Site Project Management: Attending punch walks and conducting post-construction site visits to ensure quality and address any issues.
• Problem-Solving: Proactively identifying issues and working with the team to find effective solutions to keep projects on track.
• Warranty Management: Managing post-opening warranty plans to ensure new sites are fully operational and customer-ready.

What You’ll Need

We're seeking a self-motivated, organized, and confident individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has:

• Experience: 2-5 years of experience in the commercial construction industry, ideally in an administrative, coordinator, or project management capacity.
• Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to quickly assess situations, find effective solutions, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams, external partners, and senior leadership.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite.
• Growth Mindset: A strong desire to learn, take ownership, and grow your career within the organization.
• Ability to Travel: You may be required to travel across the US (up to75%) as needed for project support.

What’s In It For You

At Circle K, we invest in our people. As an Assistant Construction Manager, you'll benefit from:

• Structured Training: A step-by-step training protocol designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to succeed.
• Hands-On Experience: You won't just be an observer—you'll take ownership and gain hands-on experience almost immediately.
• Mentorship: Learn directly from seasoned industry experts who are committed to teaching you how to "play to win."
• Career Advancement: This role is a direct pipeline to becoming a Construction Manager, with a clear path for professional growth within the company.

Your Growth Journey at Circle K

• Structured Training: A step-by-step training protocol designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to succeed.
• Hands-On Experience: You won't just be an observer—you'll take ownership and gain hands-on experience almost immediately.
• Mentorship: Learn directly from seasoned industry experts who are committed to teaching you how to "play to win."
• Career Advancement: This role is a direct pipeline to becoming a Construction Manager, with a clear path for professional growth within the company.

Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.