Construction Manager

Läderach; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 98,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical – 80% employee contribution

Dental

Vision 100% covered

Life Insurance

Optional 401(k) enrollment

Employee assistance program

Discounts on products

Free parking spaces

Job summary

Läderach North America is seeking a highly organized Construction Manager to lead retail construction projects from pre-construction through store turnover, partnering with internal teams, general contractors, architects, and vendors to deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

You will review estimates, bids, and change orders, manage schedules, and ensure adherence to brand quality standards across multiple sites in the Dallas–Fort Worth area.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction/project management experience, preferably in retail, restaurant, hospitality, or other multi-site environments.
• Proven experience managing commercial construction projects from pre-construction through turnover.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, drawings, specifications, schedules, contracts, and budgets.
• Experience managing general contractors and subcontractors.
• Demonstrated ability to review estimates, bids, and change orders.
• Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel regularly to project sites.
• You are eligible to work in the US and located in the Dallas–Fort Worth Area

Responsibilities

• Lead construction projects from pre-construction through completion and store turnover.
• Develop, maintain, and actively manage detailed project schedules.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits to monitor progress, quality, safety, and adherence to plans.
• Lead punch walks and coordinate timely completion of outstanding items.
• Manage the general contractor bidding process, including bid solicitation, scope review, leveling, and recommendations.
• Review project estimates, bids, and budgets for accuracy and completeness.
• Review, validate, negotiate, and approve change orders in accordance with project requirements.

Skills

Construction management

Project scheduling

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Communication

Travel readiness

Independence

Job description

High-quality fresh chocolate - that’s what the Swiss chocolate manufacturer Läderach stands for. Founded in 1962, the family business now employs over 2500 people from more than 80 countries across the group, and the trend is rising. Our Corporate Functions team supports innovation and execution across North America, driving excellence in retail development and operations.

Our Corporate Functions business unit encompasses a wide range of activities. Alongside our Finance and IT Services, Global Marketing and Sales Management as well as Human Resources are also located here. Fresh ideas are developed here every day, and together we turn them into success stories. Personal responsibility and networked work are particularly important to us. Want to be part of it too? Come and join us.

Construction Manager

Läderach North America is seeking a highly organized and hands‑on Construction Manager to lead the execution of retail construction projects from pre‑construction through store turnover. This role will partner closely with internal teams, general contractors, architects, consultants, and vendors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the brand’s quality standards.

What you can expect

• You will lead construction projects from pre‑construction through completion and store turnover
• You will develop, maintain, and actively manage detailed project schedules
• You will conduct regular jobsite visits to monitor progress, quality, safety, and adherence to plans
• You will lead punch walks and coordinate timely completion of outstanding items.
• You will manage the general contractor bidding process, including bid solicitation, scope review, leveling, and recommendations
• You will review project estimates, bids, and budgets for accuracy and completeness
• You will review, validate, negotiate, and approve change orders in accordance with project requirements.

What we expect from you

• You have strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• You have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• You have the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment

Preferred Attributes

• You have experience with construction in retail centers and malls
• You have strong problem‑solving and stakeholder management skills
• You are self‑motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively
• You have a strong background in construction
• You are cost focused without compromising quality

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction/project management experience, preferably in retail, restaurant, hospitality, or other multi‑site environments.
• Proven experience managing commercial construction projects from pre‑construction through turnover.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, drawings, specifications, schedules, contracts, and budgets.
• Experience managing general contractors and subcontractors.
• Demonstrated ability to review estimates, bids, and change orders.
• Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel regularly to project sites.
• You are eligible to work in the US and located in the Dallas‑Fort Worth Area

What We Offer You

• Competitive Pay ($115,000 annually)
• Medical‑80% contribution by Laderach of Employee only plan and 50% contribution by Laderach of Family Coverage plan (s)
• Dental
• Vision 100% covered by Laderach
• Life‑Laderach covers up to $25k of Life Insurance (option to go up to $150k)
• Optional 401(k) enrollment
• Employee assistance program
• An exciting working environment with motivated colleagues
• A position with lots of personal responsibility
• The opportunity to contribute fresh ideas
• An open and respectful feedback culture
• In‑house and further external training
• Unique career opportunities
• Generous discounts on our products
• Chocolate at work
• Free parking spaces

Own it. Grow it. Make it fresh.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings are filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law. Our success and momentum to expand is only possible through the passionate drive of our diverse 2,500 employees, who come from more than 80 countries and represent various backgrounds, religious beliefs, and lifestyles.