Pre-Construction Project Manager

RaceTrac; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

RaceTrac is looking for a Pre-Construction Project Manager responsible for planning and managing zoning and permitting for new RaceTrac and RaceWay stores. This role requires up to 60% travel and involves extensive teamwork with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance and facilitating successful project execution.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, with 3-5 years of relevant experience, excellent negotiation skills, and proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in commercial development.
• Previous zoning and permitting experience preferred.
• Proficient in negotiation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan, negotiate, and accomplish zoning and permitting goals.
• Provide expert judgment for design and development.
• Obtain necessary permits and communicate with authorities.
• Manage external consultants for compliance with regulations.
• Lead team on site development plans and cost projections.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Public presentation skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

RaceTrac Company Overview Job Description: The Pre‑Construction [Engineering] Project Manager is responsible for planning, negotiating and accomplishing goals dealing with zoning and permitting for RaceTrac and RaceWay convenience stores. The Project Manager plays a critical role in ensuring that all pre‑construction activities are completed efficiently and effectively, setting the stage for successful project execution. Up to 60% travel required.

What You'll Do

• Provides expert judgment and analysis for the design, development and permitting of new construction for RaceTrac and RaceWay convenience stores.
• Obtains the necessary permits and communicates with local government agencies as needed.
• Resolves highly complex technical issues and conducts advanced research.
• Understands and recommends alterations to drawings and designs to improve quality and efficiency of the end result.
• Negotiates and lobbies with AHJ’s (authorities having jurisdictions) to gain approvals for RaceTrac’s commercial development.
• Works with internal and external stakeholders to identify innovative solutions to resolve delays to construction or other activities due to permitting delays.
• Builds and leads a team of external consultants to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including zoning laws, environmental regulations, and building codes.
• Acts as the primary point of contact for all project stakeholders, including local authorities, community groups, and internal teams, providing regular updates and addressing any concerns.
• Develops and oversees the initial project planning phase, including defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Provides civil engineering, geotechnical, and technical design direction for site development plans and cost projections, satisfying federal, state, and local municipal requirements.
• Represents RaceTrac throughout project entitlements to planning commissions and city councils, demonstrating strong expertise in regulatory processes, stakeholder engagement, and project advocacy.
• Selects and manages consultants on design/entitlement teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in commercial development.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, decision‑making and public presentation skills.
• Previous involvement with zoning and permitting preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.