Senior Construction Project Manager

Dynamic and growing retail company is now seeking TWO Senior Construction Project Managers!

As the Senior Construction Project Manager , you will be responsible for partnering with the Operations Team to ensure all store design projects are properly contracted and completed on time and within budget.

This position supports Airports and / or Casino / Resorts throughout North America.

About Us

WHSmith is a leading global travel retailer with over 1,700 stores across 30 countries worldwide. WHSmith North America, incorporating Marshall Retail Group (MRG) and InMotion, represents over half of the Company’s international store estate, with a collection of attractive, successful specialty retail stores located in airports and resorts across North America.

What You'll Do

• Assist with the day-to-day organization and performance of all aspects of new store construction, remodels and refurbishments, and all other special projects within the department
• Create and maintain project files for each project
• Responsible for the overall coordination and documentation of the project life cycle following the completion of Construction Documents through to the submission of close-out documentation
• Work closely with Sr. Director, Construction Management and VP, Design + Construction to identify, procure and contract with qualified construction contractors.
• Manage the bidding process with both outside general contractors and internal WHSNA (MRG / IMEG) self-procured contracts and products.
• Responsible for tracking the day-to-day progress against the budget and the project construction schedule and flagging complications / irregularities at the earliest possible moment.
• Maintain written budget documents (approved capex vs. spend, to include COR’s in budget spreadsheets ) throughout the life of the each project.
• Effectively communicate project requirements and coordinate with various contractors, designers and vendors to ensure those requirements are met
• Communicate on progress and / or construction issues for each project with Sr. Director, Construction Management as well other team members
• Facilitate in establishing project scope, goals, and deliverables with the outside GC and internal parties on several multifaceted projects simultaneously in conjunction with day-to-day activities
• Develop and maintain positive / productive relationships with airport and concessionaire staff, outside consultants, vendors as well as other teams within the organization
• To conduct him / herself in the spirit of the WHSNA (MRG / IMEG) mission, vision, core values and organizational health
• Other duties may be assigned

What You Bring

• B.S. degree in Engineering or Construction Management or B.A. degree in Architecture
• 10+ years of experience managing the construction phase of projects for an owner / corporation, or commercial construction company, preferably in travel retail locations and / or casino / resort properties.
• Basic knowledge of construction accounting
• Understanding of construction industry terms, means, and methods associated with tenant improvement work within multi-retail unit properties.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to travel up to 60% of the time to remote sites throughout North America with little notice
• Familiarity with PMI Project Management best practices
• Advanced computer skills, including Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Office (WORD, Excel.)
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Desire to work as a team with a result-driven approach
• Ability to multitask and problem solve in a fast-paced environment
• Satisfactory Criminal Background Check and Drug Testing May be required depending upon location
• Additional Security clearance may be required depending upon location

We can’t wait to meet you so apply today!

Marshall Retail Group prides itself on creating unique experiences for customers by developing distinctive retail store concepts that feature and highlight the local culture, community, and lifestyle of the cities in which they are located.

InMotion Entertainment Group is the largest airport-based electronics retailer in travel locations globally, with access and insight into the latest technologies for business and leisure travelers, InMotion offers lifestyle products and electronics that include a wide breadth of headphones, mobile power, Bluetooth speakers and travel accessories.

EEO / ADA / DFWP

Marshall Retail Group / InMotion is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin / ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, military / veteran status, marital status, disability status or any other basis prohibited by law.

At Marshall Retail Group / InMotion, it’s about each person bringing passion and skills to a dynamic and inclusive workplace!