Construction Project Manager I - Retail Store Expansions

Adusa; Jacksonville (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahold Delhaize USA is seeking a Project Manager I to manage new store, expansion and remodel projects from pre-construction through warranty. Role involves 80% travel Mon-Thu with a remote office on Friday, and allows residency in NC/SC/VA.

Requires authorization to work in the United States full-time. Responsibilities include bidding, contracts, procurement, budget oversight, architectural/MEP review, value engineering, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely openings and adherence

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree; Preferred in Construction Management or Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5-7 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of architectural designs/engineering concepts and processes.
• Proven ability to lead projects through influence and drive accountability across contractors, developers/landlords, vendors and cross-functional partners.
• Practical construction technology and methods.
• Ability to develop, manage, and execute complex phased planning and construction schedules.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to recognize construction risk, evaluate alternatives and drive issues to resolution.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent construction projects and priorities in a fast-paced, geographically dispersed environment.
• Experience with ground-up/new store construction, retail remodels, expansions and/or developer / landlord-built projects preferred.
• Ability to travel weekly.
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning capabilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and negotiate effectively.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented, demonstrating initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage bidding and awarding processes for GC's, CM's, and subcontractors on Food Lion-contracted projects.
• Coordinate bid documents, RFQ packages, and ensure timely, accurate bid data.
• Prepare contracts, purchase orders, processing, and payment of requisitions and invoices.
• Oversee Change Authorization/Change Order process and ensure timely payments.
• Review redlines of ARCH/MEP plans for accuracy and code conformance.
• Provide value engineering feedback to Engineering on projects.
• Develop and implement cost-saving ideas and construction means/methods.
• Plan store, expansion, remodel projects with detailed phase plans and milestones.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Ahold Delhaize USA is seeking a Project Manager I to manage new store, expansion and remodel projects from pre-construction through warranty. Role involves 80% travel Mon-Thu with a remote office on Friday, and allows residency in NC/SC/VA.

Requires authorization to work in the United States full-time. Responsibilities include bidding, contracts, procurement, budget oversight, architectural/MEP review, value engineering, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely openings and adherence