Construction Project Manager, Grocery

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible PTO

Paid Holidays

Sick Time

401K Matching

Job summary

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions is seeking a Construction Project Manager to act as Owner’s Representative for nationwide grocery and supermarket programs. This role is remote with 50-70% travel, overseeing multiple locations and coordinating with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors.

You will guide projects from pre-construction through turnover, ensuring safety, schedule, budget, and quality. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of multi-site PM experience in grocery/retail and a degree in

Qualifications

• 7+ years of multi-site project management experience.
• Grocery or large-format retail construction preferred.
• Remodel store project experience is critical.
• Manage multiple projects within a program or rollout.
• Strong understanding of pre-construction to closeout processes.
• Experience with GCs, architects, engineers and other partners.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Owner's Representative throughout full lifecycle.
• Manage multiple grocery/supermarket projects and locations.
• Lead projects through pre-construction, bidding, permitting, construction, turnover, closeout.
• Coordinate and oversee general contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, vendors.
• Monitor schedule, budget, scope, quality, and safety.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work, schedules, bids, and docs.
• Review bid results and provide client recommendations.
• Confirm permitting requirements and milestones.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits and monitor progress and quality.
• Review and manage change orders, pay applications, invoicing, and costs.
• Identify potential project risks and proactively develop solutions.
• Lead and participate in project and client meetings.
• Provide weekly project reporting and communication.
• Coordinate punch list, turnover, and final closeout.
• Build relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, and vendors.
• Serve as trusted advisor and day-to-day resource for the client.

Skills

Multi-site PM

Grocery/retail construction

Remodel store projects

Program management

Coordination with GC/Architect/Enginee

Schedule, budget & risk mgmt

Communication & relationship mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Job description

Construction Project Manager – Grocery / Supermarket Programs

Location: Remote + National Travel (50-70%)

Sevan partners with leading national brands to bring their new locations, remodels, expansions, and complex construction programs to life nationwide. Our clients include McDonald’s, Starbucks, Sprouts, IKEA, Walmart, and other nationally recognized brands.

We are looking for an experienced Construction Project Manager with grocery, supermarket, big-box retail, or similar multi-site construction experience to join our team and support a national remodel grocery program.

About The Role

As a Construction Project Manager, you will serve as an Owner’s Representative and extension of our client’s design and construction team, overseeing multiple grocery/supermarket projects simultaneously. This is an ideal opportunity for a Project Manager who understands the unique demands of grocery and big-box construction and enjoys managing projects from pre-construction through completion.

You will oversee general contractors, architects, engineers, vendors, and other project partners while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the client's standards. You will have a direct impact on the successful delivery of a portfolio of projects while partnering closely with the client and Sevan's internal teams.

Essential Roles And Responsibilities

• Serve as the Owner's Representative throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Manage multiple grocery/supermarket construction projects and locations simultaneously.
• Lead projects through pre-construction, bidding, permitting, construction, turnover, and closeout.
• Coordinate and oversee general contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
• Monitor project schedule, budget, scope, quality, and safety.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work, schedules, bids, and other project documentation.
• Review bid results and provide recommendations to the client.
• Confirm and monitor permitting requirements and project milestones.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits and monitor construction progress and quality.
• Review and manage change orders, pay applications, invoicing, and project costs.
• Identify potential project risks and proactively develop solutions related to cost, schedule, quality, safety, and scope.
• Lead and participate in project and client meetings.
• Provide clear, consistent weekly project reporting and communication.
• Coordinate punch list, turnover, and final project closeout.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, and vendors.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and day-to-day construction resource for the client.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction multi-site project management experience.
• Grocery, supermarket, big-box retail, or comparable large-format retail construction experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience managing remodel store construction is highly critical for this role.
• Experience managing multiple projects or locations as part of a larger program or rollout.
• Strong understanding of construction processes including pre-construction, estimating/bidding, permitting, scheduling, construction, change management, and closeout.
• Experience working with general contractors, architects, engineers, and other construction partners.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, scopes, schedules, budgets, and contracts.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and relationship-management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.

About Sevan

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions is a veteran-owned business that provides construction, program management, real estate & site development, and architecture & engineering services for restaurant, grocery, fuel and convenience store, retail, and government sectors nationwide. We work with leading brands like McDonald’s, Starbucks, Sprouts, and BP, to name a few. At Sevan, we provide the talent, technology, and trusted expertise needed to consistently deliver excellence in multi-site construction.

Sevan is nationally recognized for workplace culture, industry leadership, and safety. Recent honors include 12 consecutive years as a Great Place to Work®, placement on ENR's national Program and Construction Management rankings, recognition as one of America's Safest Companies for 2025, and the 2025 Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion Award.

Why Join Sevan?

At Sevan, We Believe In Creating a Supportive And Dynamic Environment Where Your Contributions Truly Matter. Here’s What You Can Expect As Part Of Our Team

• Live Our Values: Join a company that values integrity, respect, teamwork, excellence, and charity. These principles are at the heart of everything we do.
• Champion Key Initiatives: Play a vital role in driving Sevan-wide initiatives like Safety and Sustainability, ensuring positive impacts for our people and the planet.
• Inspire and Lead: Help us bring our vision to life by embracing our commitment to Service, Talent, and Choices—you’ll have a voice in shaping the future.
• Set the Standard: Be a role model for professional behavior, fostering a workplace culture that motivates and inspires others.
• Grow With Us: Take charge of your personal and professional growth through hands‑on experience, engaging training programs, and opportunities to mentor interns and co‑ops.
• Support Development of Top Brands: Opportunity to work behind the scenes supporting efforts for industry leaders like McDonald’s, Starbucks, and 7‑E…

Pay & Benefits: The anticipated compensation range for the position is $115,000 - $125,000 is based on a full-time schedule, market and business conditions, and is commensurate on individual education, qualifications, and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, flexible paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, and a matching 401K plan.

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.