Retail Construction Project Manager

Company Description

Vuori is re-defining what athletic apparel looks like: built to move and sweat in but designed with a casual aesthetic to transition into everyday life. We draw inspiration from an active coastal California lifestyle; an integration of fitness, creative expression and life. Our high energy fast paced retail environment is reflected in the clothes we make. We aim to inspire others to take on all aspects of their lives with clarity, enthusiasm and purpose…while having a lot of fun along the way. We are proud to be an outlet for opportunity and for personal growth and success.

Job Description

The Retail Construction Project Manager works cross functionally with a range of stakeholders while managing the critical path for Vuori’s physical Retail expansion. The Construction Project Manager will manage remodels, relocations, and the new store development process from pre-construction planning through project turnover. The Construction Project Manager is responsible for successfully managing budgets, timelines, and all other deliverables ensuring there is a seamless transition from construction to the new store opening and merchandising phase of the project.  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead, plan and manage multiple complex construction projects concurrently. Be able to manage multiple projects (up to 8) in different geographies simultaneously, at various stages. 
• Collaborate with key project stakeholders in the construction and maintenance of our Retail Stores including Retail Operations, Finance and our Executive Team. 
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and ability to effectively manage stakeholder expectations, project scope and change management via weekly progress calls. 
• Prepare order of magnitude cost estimates with reasonable accuracy. 
• Assist in preparation of project budgets and capital improvement project projections. 
• Review and qualify General Contractor bid proposals for recommendations to award contracts.  
• Communicate with Landlords and General Contractors to confirm space delivery of possession. 
• Obtain Landlord approval of construction documents for assigned projects.  
• Ensure timely delivery of weekly reports by the General Contractor.  
• Manage outside vendors (Fixtures, Signage, Racking…) to ensure accuracy and timely delivery of FFE per established project schedule. 
• Track daily process, identify and resolve issues throughout the project. 
• Conduct regular site visits to successfully manage the project schedule, verify construction quality standards are met, and to ensure timely turnover to the Retail Operations team.  
• Monitor and review contractors' work as it relates to budget, schedule, and Vuori’s standards. 
• Provides timely and accurate updates to the management team regarding project status, budget, and schedule.  
• Prepare and monitor cost estimates, budget updates, change order reports. 
• Responsible for holding internal and external stakeholders accountable for deliverables. Provide timelines and manage deadlines with cross-functional departments to ensure timely store opening. 
• Schedule and lead operational project team meetings and ensure follow-up of action items in support of new store openings. Resolve cross-functional issues at project level. 
• Represent Vuori to external partners and stakeholders, including architects, engineers, contractors, regulatory agencies, etc. on a variety of issues related to project development and delivery.  
• Maintain and monitor the progress of punch lists.   
• Review and approve specific project pay applications and invoices ensuring compliance with established project budgets.     
• Perform postmortem reports upon completion of each project; evaluate the success of each project and determine best practices. 
• Drive and manage the completion of the project closeout effort including all punch lists, warranty letters, final lien waiver collection, as-built drawings and any necessary documentation for tenant allowance requests.  

Qualifications

• Six or more years' general contractor or construction related experience with three of the years being in a management role. 
• Demonstrate understanding and successful application of general construction terminology and processes. 
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects, simultaneously 
• Ability to plan and manage projects with tight and shifting timelines.  
• Read and interpret detailed construction drawings and specifications and communicate findings with project teams. 
• Detail oriented and organized.  
• Ability to manage shifting priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.  
• Independent, self-motivated, team player.  
• Able to effectively communicate