Construction Project Manager (Late-Stage)

willsgroup; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health, vision & dental plans

Paid time off

Hybrid work environment

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Wills Group, headquartered in La Plata, Maryland, seeks a Construction Project Manager (Late-Stage) to oversee corporate capital projects, ensure design specs and budgets are met, and deliver projects on schedule. You’ll work with design, engineering and finance teams to monitor progress and address challenges while upholding safety standards.

This field-based role offers a hybrid schedule with on-site field days and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related field; equivalent progressive experience may be considered.
• Award contracts aligned with corporate objectives.
• Coordinate procurement to meet deadlines.
• On-site supervision of contractor performance and timelines.
• Strong organizational and communication skills for multiple projects.
• Ability to make data-driven decisions while maintaining budget adherence and deadlines.
• U.S. work authorization; no visa sponsorship available.
• Pre-employment background and credit checks.
• Driver’s license with mileage reimbursement for travel to stores/markets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction and renovation of corporate facilities.
• Lead bid process and select contractors meeting cost, timeline, and quality targets.
• Prepare and monitor capital budgets; report financial performance to senior management.
• Coordinate design execution, permits, and contractor/consultant performance to ensure timely completion.
• Evaluate contractor performance and manage relationships for cost efficiency and outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal building codes and safety standards.
• Perform site visits to monitor progress and quality control.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Data-driven decisions

Budget adherence

Contract negotiation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

High school diploma (equivalent)

Job description

Job Purpose and Function

The Construction Project Manager (Late-Stage) at Wills Group, the parent company of Dash In and Splash In, is responsible for the efficient management of all corporate-approved capital construction projects. This role involves ensuring that design specifications are met, capital budgets are adhered to, and that projects are completed on schedule. The Construction Project Manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, and finance, to monitor progress and address any challenges. Additionally, the incumbent will be accountable for maintaining safety standards, managing contractors, and reporting regularly on project status to senior management. The role requires a strong focus on achieving both quality and cost-efficiency while aligning with the overall corporate goals of Wills Group.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Project Execution: Construction of new corporate facilities, as well as the renovation of existing ones, ensuring alignment with corporate standards and local construction regulations.
• Bid Management: Lead the bidding process, and review bids to ensure they cover the full scope of the project. Select contractors who can meet cost, timeline, and quality requirements.
• Budget and Cost Control: Collaborate in the preparation and submission of capital budgets. Manage and track construction project expenditures, ensuring strict adherence to budget goals and financial targets. Provide detailed reports to senior management on financial performance.
• Timely Completion: Coordinate all aspects of construction to ensure timely project completion. This includes expediting permits, enforcing effective design execution, and managing contractor and consultant performance.
• Selection and Evaluation: Identify and select qualified contractors and consultants with a proven track record of delivering quality work on time and within budget. Evaluate contractor performance through regular assessments and ensure optimal cost efficiency and project outcomes.
• Contractor Relationship Management: Negotiate contracts, manage contractor relationships, and ensure clear communication regarding expectations, timelines, and project milestones.
• Adherence to Regulations: Ensure all projects comply with local, state, and federal building codes, health, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Site Visits and Quality Control: Conduct on-site visits to monitor the progress of construction projects and ensure work is completed to specification, maintaining high standards of quality control.
• Consultant Management: Oversee and manage relationships with external consultants, including geotechnical, environmental, civil, traffic, and architectural professionals, ensuring timely input and deliverables.

What We’re Looking For

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or a related field; equivalent relevant progressive experience and a minimum of high school diploma will also be considered.
• Award contracts in alignment with corporate objectives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define and order necessary equipment, ensuring timely procurement to meet construction deadlines.
• On-site supervision of contractor performance, ensuring quality work and adherence to timelines.
• Strong organizational and communication skills for managing multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Ability to make data-driven decisions while maintaining budget adherence and project deadlines.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. (visa sponsorship or C2C opportunities not available at this time).
• Willing to submit to a pre-employment background check, credit check in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
• Driver’s license and ability to maintain a clean driving record, utilizing personal vehicle for travel to new stores or markets with mileage reimbursement]

Key Competencies

• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Working with people
• Adapting and responding to change
• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Applying Expertise and Technology

Availability and Travel

• This field-based role complies with our company’s hybrid telework schedule. Our operating days and hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with field days being Tuesday through Thursday, reserving Monday and Friday as work-from-home.
• Occasionally, business needs may require periodic work obligations outside of core business hours.
• This role may require occasional travel, including overnight stays for training, conferences, or other events with reimbursement available for approved accommodations and/or expenses.
• This role requires utilization of your personal vehicle for travel; mileage reimbursement and/or vehicle reimbursement programs are offered by Wills Group accordingly.

ADA Compliance

The Wills Group is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace for individuals with disabilities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we ensure that all qualified individuals are given the necessary accommodations to perform the essential functions of their roles.

We encourage open communication and collaboration to identify and implement reasonable accommodations that support the success of our employees while maintaining operational excellence. Reasonable accommodations can be discussed during the hiring process.

Why You Should Join Wills Group

As a thriving, family-owned, $1.5 billion company headquartered in scenic La Plata, Maryland, (a 45-minute commute from Washington, DC), we take pride in our strong presence across the Mid-Atlantic region. Featuring nearly 300 retail locations of our family of brands including Dash In, Splash In ECO Car Wash, and SMO Motor Fuels, we are shaping the future of convenience retailing, fuels marketing, and commercial real estate.

Since 1926, our work-hard, play-hard mentality propels us to serve the communities that have supported us throughout the years. Keeping lives in motion is more than our mission--it's our way of life! We're dedicated to empowering individuals to embrace new possibilities and chart their own paths to success. Discover the fulfillment of working alongside passionate professionals, where your ideas are valued, and your potential is nurtured. Become part of something bigger when you join the Wills Group!

Benefits and Perks

Embark on a rewarding journey where your growth, future, and well-being take center stage! As a certified Great Place to Work, the Wills Group understands today's professionals desire meaningful careers with a culture that's as authentic as possible. We pride ourselves in fostering an environment that supports your overall development.

Look forward to joining a company that celebrates your wins whether big or small. You can count on us to provide industry-leading total rewards packages that include a range of benefits and perks that contribute to your overall well-being:

• Financial Well-being:Employer 401(k) match (currently at 7%), health savings plan, and financial planning.
• Physical Well-being: Comprehensive health, vision, and dental plans tailored to meet the needs of our people and their families, even their pets!
• Paid Time Off:Vacation, sick, personal, community engagement, and parental leave for new parents.
• Work/Life Balance:Hybrid and flexible work environment, Employee Assistance Program, travel assistance, family life planning.
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy discounts on theme parks, Broadway shows, concerts, travel, shopping, dining, and wellness services.
• Education and Development Opportunities: 100% tuition reimbursement to support our team’s education goals, robust development programs, and certificate program assistance (up to 100% employer-paid).
• Competitive Salary:Competitive pay matched to DC Metro area.

Wills Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies in response to the Wills Group careers page or a Wills Group social media post. Wills Group will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to these unsolicited resumes. Wills Group explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Wills Group.

Wills Group is an equal opportunity employer. Wills Group does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin or veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.

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