The Construction Manager supports the Development Department in the execution of expansion, renovation, and ground-up development projects under the direction of the SVP of Construction. This roleis responsible foroverseeing project delivery, including budget management, scheduling, and on-site construction activities to ensuretimelyand cost-effective outcomes. The Construction Manager provides technicalexpertiseto guide the design process and serves as a key partner to operations, leasing, and tenant coordination teams. This position ensures projects are executed in alignment with company standards, businessobjectives, and operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the project team lead, driving execution and partnering cross-functionally with Property Management, Development, and Leasing.

• Oversee project reporting and budget forecasting, ensuring cost control and schedule optimization.

• Manage contract administration, including approvals of contracts, change orders, budgets, and vendor payments.

• Overseeperformanceand accountability of contractors and consultants.

• Oversee development, validation, and accuracy of construction budgets and estimates.

• Lead regional construction meetings and activity reporting, ensuringtimelycommunication of project updates and performance.

• Providetechnical guidance topropertyoperations, tenant coordination, and leasing teams, including review of lease and construction plans.

• Champion and implement best practices across design and construction management ensuring compliance and alignment with department policies,procedureand standards.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GEDrequired

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management,Architectureor Engineering.

• 5-10 years of general contractor project management experiencerequired

• Experience in retail, restaurant, entertainment, hospitality, mixed-use construction environmentsispreferred

• Experience with construction estimating, including conceptual budgeting.

• Proven ability to manage construction projects within an operating business environment.

• Proficiencyin project management and scheduling software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Understanding ofbuilding materials, construction methods, and cost management principles.

• Knowledge of architectural design and documentation processes.

• Experience managing external contractors, including contract administration and performance oversight.

• Demonstrated ability to assess quality,identifyissues early, and implement effective solutions.

• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to motivate teams and resolve conflicts effectively.

• Excellent organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

• Technical and engineering acumen to evaluate design integrity and construction best practices.