Construction Project Manager

Overview:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Construction Project Manager manages assigned remodels and associated program rollouts of FedEx Office centers. The Project Manager also manages multiple outside vendors through the feasibility, design and construction phases of retail store remodel efforts. This includes budgeting, space plan approval, construction documents, permitting, fixture/furniture/equipment procurement, competitive bidding, program installation (construction), and project closeout.

Responsibilities:

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This is a representative list of the general duties the position may be asked to perform, and is not intended to be all-inclusive)

• Review and coordinate due diligence of each project with assigned Regional Design Manager, Field & Corporate Sourcing Regional Manager, Operation, Retail Merchandising, etc
• Create and issue capital and expense projections for each assigned project
• Maintain accurate dates, files and information on web based project management system to ensure Document Retention Policies are adhered to
• Coordinate request for proposal (RFP)/Bid process for each project/rollout and assures accuracy of all received bids
• Verify project deliverables via punch-list and associated Project Close-Out requirements
• Report purchase order (PO) receipts associated with construction efforts to properly account for assets and financial requirements
• Conduct program/project feedback meetings to constantly improve overall program execution
• All other duties as needed or required

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or equivalent experience
• Master’s Degree preferred
• 5+ years experience managing the design and/or construction of "small box" retail stores
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project.
• Experience with "on-line" project management preferred.
• Capability to travel up to 50%
• For new hires, must meet all FedEx Office employment qualifications in force at time of hiring, including successful passing of background check
• For current FedEx Office team members, must meet hiring criteria for the position and transfer requirements as outlined in the Team Member Handbook

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ability to travel as required in order to meet with customers, vendors, other team members, and/or other business necessities
• Ability, on a consistent basis, to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time
• Ability, on a consistent basis, to read and interpret documents and instructions from customers, vendors, and other team members
• Ability, on a consistent basis, to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and other team members
• Ability, on a consistent basis, to perform work activities requiring cooperation and instruction
• Ability, on a consistent basis, to function in a fast-paced environment, under substantial pressure
• Ability, on a consistent basis, to work within the appropriate level of independence

QUALITY DRIVEN MANAGEMENT (QDM)

(Quality Driven Management strives to deliver market-leading customer experience, business excellence, and financial return through a Quality-oriented culture and day-to-day application of Quality science.)

• Suggests areas for improvement in internal processes along with possible solutions
• Works with management to reduce company costs/wastes, to optimize profitability in areas of responsibility
• Applies Quality concepts learned from training during daily activities
• Supports FedEx Office’s Quality initiatives