Store Construction Project Lead

Loyalty360; Rock Hill (SC); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahold Delhaize USA is seeking a Project Manager I for Store Development to lead new store, expansion, and remodel projects from pre-construction through close-out. You will manage bidding, contracts, and requisitions, coordinate with multiple departments, and ensure timely openings while controlling costs.

The role requires 5-7 years in construction, a Bachelor’s degree, and the ability to travel weekly. Ahold Delhaize USA offers growth within a large multi-brand grocery organization and a

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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage bidding and awarding processes related to GC's (General Contractors), CM's (Construction Managers), 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, including RFQs, bid forms, plans, schedules, and uploading the RFQ package.
• Manage preparation of contracts, purchase orders, processing, and payment of all requisitions and invoices for Food Lion-contracted work.
• Manage the Construction Change Authorization/Change Order process for Food Lion-contracted work, ensuring changes are within scope and timely payments.
• Oversee the bid, contract and requisition approval process for Food Lion-contracted projects.
• Monitor redline review of ARCH/MEP plans for accuracy and code conformance.
• Provide value engineering feedback to Engineering and develop cost-saving ideas.
• Develop and implement new cost savings ideas and plan new store, expansion, or remodel projects with detailed phase plans and milestones.
• Coordinate with internal departments regarding schedules, phasing, handoffs and changes.
• Oversee construction activities to ensure timely completion per standards and lease requirements.
• Implement and manage project closeout processes including punch lists, sign-offs, and warranty closeout within four months after opening.

Education

Bachelor's Degree; Preferred in Construction Management or Engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

Ahold Delhaize USA is seeking a Project Manager I for Store Development to lead new store, expansion, and remodel projects from pre-construction through close-out. You will manage bidding, contracts, and requisitions, coordinate with multiple departments, and ensure timely openings while controlling costs.

The role requires 5-7 years in construction, a Bachelor’s degree, and the ability to travel weekly. Ahold Delhaize USA offers growth within a large multi-brand grocery organization and a