Construction Project Manager – Store Openings & Remodels

ADUSA Corporate Support; Elloree (SC); On-site; USD 93,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahold Delhaize USA is seeking a Project Manager I in Store Development to lead new store, expansion and remodel projects from pre-construction through close-out. The role emphasizes managing bids, contracts, and payments, coordinating with GC's, CM's, landlords and internal partners, ensuring adherence to prototype standards and schedules.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States with up to 80% travel (Mon-Thu) and a remote office day Friday; NC/SC/VA residency allowed.

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
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects through influence and drive accountability across contractors, developers / landlords, vendors and cross-functional partners.
• Practical construction technology and methods
• Demonstrated 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 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 the bidding and awarding processes related to all GC's, CM's, individual subcontractors and various suppliers for Food Lion-contracted projects.
• For developer / landlord-built projects, provide construction oversight and monitor performance against project requirements.
• Manage the compilation of all bid documents and upload RFQ packages for Food Lion-contracted projects.
• Manage the preparation of contracts, purchase orders, processing, and payment of requisitions and invoices for Food Lion-contracted work.
• Manage the Construction Change Authorization/Change Order process for Food Lion-contracted work, as applicable, assuring changes are valid and not part of original scope of work.
• Manage the bid, contract and requisition approval process for Food Lion-contracted projects.
• Oversee redline reviews of ARCH/MEP plans for accuracy and conformance to standards and codes.
• Provide value engineering feedback to Engineering and implement cost-saving ideas and construction means/methods.
• Plan and monitor new store, expansion and remodel projects with detailed phase plans, schedules and milestones.
• Coordinate with internal departments regarding schedules, phasing, handoffs and changes.
• Oversee construction activities to meet timelines and prototype standards.
• Monitor contractor performance and communicate issues impacting progress.

Job description

Ahold Delhaize USA is seeking a Project Manager I in Store Development to lead new store, expansion and remodel projects from pre-construction through close-out. The role emphasizes managing bids, contracts, and payments, coordinating with GC's, CM's, landlords and internal partners, ensuring adherence to prototype standards and schedules.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States with up to 80% travel (Mon-Thu) and a remote office day Friday; NC/SC/VA residency allowed.