(USA) Senior Manager, Construction

Walmart; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart is hiring a Senior Manager, Construction in Bentonville to lead major projects, manage schedules and budgets, and coordinate contractors while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance. The role drives strategic initiatives and mentors associates across cross-functional teams to deliver safe, on-time results in a large, dynamic environment.

The team supports Walmart’s Special Projects and New Store programs, translating requirements into executable plans, managing risks, and delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field and 2 years' experience in general contractor, commercial construction or related field.
• 6 years' experience in operations, Real Estate, Construction, or related field.
• 2 years' of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction and engineering projects, ensuring schedules, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Oversee contractor coordination, material procurement, and timely delivery aligned with project timelines.
• Drive resolution of system issues, design changes, and contract completion to support project success.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to innovate design formats and improve operational efficiency.
• Provide onsite construction management, ensuring compliance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for multi-year business initiatives impacting construction and facilities.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a high-performing, accountable work environment.

Skills

Construction management

Leadership

Budgeting

Contract administration

Communication

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary: The Senior Manager, Construction, leads the planning, execution, and completion of major construction projects by managing schedules, budgets, and contractor coordination to ensure quality and compliance with design specifications. This role drives strategic initiatives, fosters collaboration across internal and external teams, and oversees risk and change management to meet business objectives. The position also provides leadership and development for associates, promotes operational excellence, and supports continuous improvement efforts to enhance project outcomes while maintaining alignment with company values and standards.

About the team: The team leads structured cabling execution for Walmart’s Special Projects and New Store programs, ensuring reliable network infrastructure across a high-volume construction portfolio. They translate business and technology requirements into actionable projects, managing scopes, schedules, budgets, vendors, and risks. Collaborating with Construction, Realty, Technology, and vendor partners, the team aligns infrastructure delivery with construction timelines and technology needs. This data-driven group emphasizes performance metrics, continuous improvement, and hands‑on project management to deliver quality results safely, on time, and within budget, supporting Walmart’s operational and strategic goals.

What you'll do:

• Lead and manage construction and engineering projects, ensuring schedules, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Oversee contractor coordination, material procurement, and timely delivery aligned with project timelines.
• Drive resolution of system issues, design changes, and contract completion to support project success.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to innovate design formats and improve operational efficiency.
• Provide onsite construction management, ensuring compliance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for multi-year business initiatives impacting construction and facilities.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a high-performing, accountable work environment.

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience in construction and project management, including scheduling, budgeting, and contract administration.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities to drive project completion and resolve design or site-specific issues.
• Expertise in quality control, risk management, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Demonstrated capability in strategic planning, financial management, and driving large-scale cross-functional initiatives.
• Proficiency in coordinating material procurement and ensuring alignment with project timelines.
• Ability to foster collaboration across internal and external stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid by Walmart.

The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $155,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Stock

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field and 2 years' experience in general contractor, commercial construction or related field OR 6 years' experience in operations, Real Estate, Construction, or related field. 2 years' of supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Project Management - Project Management Professional - Certification

Primary Location...

814 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.