Fac Engineerng/Project Mgr

Kroger; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a Store Construction Manager to lead new, expansion, and remodel/ fuel projects in a Tolleson, AZ environment. You will drive projects within scope and budget, coordinate with contractors, review architectural docs, and ensure safe, compliant execution while upholding core values.

Responsibilities include planning resources, preparing requisitions, managing bids, and presenting ROI analyses for capital investments. Travel up to 50% is required as projects span multiple stores.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, construction management or related field, or 5+ years in construction management.
• Ability to read and understand construction documents (L7/8).
• Lead retail management and contractors through moderately difficult to difficult projects (L7/8 or 8).
• Budgeting, ordering and cost control for projects (L7/8).
• 50% travel ability is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and manage resources for a cost-effective project within scope and budget.
• Prepare timely requisitions for major equipment, fixtures and supplies.
• Review proposals and award contracts for remodels with contractors.
• Ensure contractors follow plans and specifications.
• Provide documentation and records throughout the construction process.
• Manage change orders to minimize costs.
• Prepare ROI analyses for capital investments.
• Coordinate remodel activities to minimize sales/EBITDA impact.
• Supervise and coach direct reports; conduct performance reviews.
• Travel as required to sites (up to 50%).

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Time management

Organization

Communication

Team supervision

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Construction PM tools

e-Pro

Sitefolio

Job description

Execute store construction projects (new/expansion/within in-the-walls remodels and fuel projects) under the guidance of the assistant construction or senior construction manager. Complete projects at/below budget and on/before the project deadline consistent with the approved scope of work. Be the company's representative on store construction projects. Provide timely and accurate information to contractors and vendors. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

• Plan, organize and manage resources for a cost-effective, quality project that is completed within scope and budget.
• Prepare timely requisitions for major equipment, fixtures and supply items.
• Receive proposals, review architectural documents and award contracts adequate for bidding installation of remodels by contractors.
• Ensure contractors perform in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Provide documentation and records throughout the construction process.
• Ensure lowest company cost for change orders.
• Determine authorizations exist prior to incurring commitments for company expenditures.
• Anticipate opportunities and/or occurrences that could impact the construction schedule.
• Prepare and present a return on investment (ROI) on capital investments (L8).
• Coordinate remodel activities to minimize sales and EBITDA loss.
• Exercise independent judgment on moderately complex tasks.
• Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform more complex tasks.
• Utilize experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals and perform moderate and difficult tasks (L8).
• Coordinate and verify documentation and compliance of SWPPP, OSHA regulations, construction contracts and capital management practices throughout all projects. (L7/8)
• Train department members on less complicated tasks (L7/8) and moderately complicated tasks (L8).
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provides feedback to direct reports.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum

• Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, construction management or related field OR 5+ years of construction management experience
• Ability to read and understand construction documents (L7/8)
• Ability to lead retail management and contractors through a moderately difficult project (L7/8) or a difficult project (L8)
• Ability to budget and organize orders on a project (L7/8)
• Basic financial training
• 1-3 years(L7); 3- 6 years(L8) of construction management experience or related area
• Experience with equipment purchasing software and construction project management tools (L7/8)
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Proven supervisory/leadership, conflict management and negotiation skills (L8)
• Ability to communicate with all levels within the organization and external vendors (L7/8)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to travel independently (50%)

Desired

• Intermediate knowledge of e-Pro and Sitefolio (L7)
• Extensive knowledge/experience with e-Pro and Sitefolio (L8)
• Basic knowledge of capital projects in at least two areas: new remodel, expansion remodel, interior remodel and/or fuel (L7)
• Working knowledge of capital projects: new remodel, expansion remodel, interior remodel and/or fuel (L8)