Regional Construction Lead: Store Builds & Expansions

Kroger; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kroger seeks a Capital Projects Manager for its Blue Ash, OH location to oversee store construction programs including new stores, remodels, and fuel centers. You will manage design, bids, and contractor coordination, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and compliance with safety standards.

You will lead and mentor project teams, collaborate with Real Estate and store operations, and travel up to 75% to represent Kroger with external partners. A civil/MEP/architecture background is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5 years field construction project management experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Construction Management or Architecture or related field
• Understanding allocation/management of capital/capital project's processes/procedures
• Interpret construction documents/financial information
• Plan and coordinate with contractors and internal stakeholders
• Ability to travel independently (75%)

Responsibilities

• Oversee /direct multiple store construction projects (new/expansion remodels/within-the-walls remodels/fuel centers)
• Develop/execute new store, remodel and fuel programs; complete within budget and shortest time
• Develop site plans, architectural, structural, MEP design analysis and estimated costs
• Bid/award construction contracts; negotiate changes and supervise construction
• Provide allocation/management of capital and capital projects
• Ensure SWPPP, OSHA compliance and contract documentation
• Partner with Legal on representations and compliance issues
• Manage non-union/union labor issues and disputes
• Anticipate opportunities/events affecting schedule
• Train/lead/direct internal/external resources
• Supervise/coach direct reports; perform performance reviews

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Conflict management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Construction Management or Architecture

Tools

e-Pro

Sitefolio

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kroger seeks a Capital Projects Manager for its Blue Ash, OH location to oversee store construction programs including new stores, remodels, and fuel centers. You will manage design, bids, and contractor coordination, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and compliance with safety standards.

You will lead and mentor project teams, collaborate with Real Estate and store operations, and travel up to 75% to represent Kroger with external partners. A civil/MEP/architecture background is preferred.