Staff Construction Project Lead
Elevate your career by leading the charge in transforming retail spaces at a high-growth tech company. As the Staff Construction Project Lead, you'll oversee the end-to-end delivery of complex retail projects, ensuring each location is built to perfection — on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to coordinate with internal teams and external vendors, shaping the physical footprint of a major consumer brand in a dynamic, hybrid work environment in San Diego, CA.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead construction from pre-construction through opening and post-opening activities for new retail locations.
- Manage schedules, budgets, and quality metrics across multiple sites, ensuring flawless execution.
- Act as the primary liaison between the company and vendor construction teams, maintaining consistency and accountability.
- Collaborate with design and internal partners to ensure build accuracy and adherence to approved plans.
- Oversee refreshes, remodels, and field improvements with minimal disruption.
- Maintain rigorous project controls, track project progress, manage change orders, and ensure timely completion.
- Coordinate with facilities and operations teams to ensure seamless handoff and operational readiness.
- Provide transparent, data-driven updates to stakeholders across Real Estate, Finance, Operations, and Design teams.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience managing construction delivery through project managers or vendors.
- Ability to oversee a broad portfolio of concurrent projects with a focus on quality, safety, schedule, and cost.
- Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, cost control, and risk mitigation.
- Excellent vendor oversight, performance management, and issue resolution skills.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and proficient with project management tools such as Smartsheet.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams.
Nice to Have Skills:
- Experience working in retail or commercial construction environments.
- Familiarity with design coordinate and constructability reviews.
- Prior experience with project controls, scheduling software, and facility management systems.
Preferred Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
- 7+ years of relevant experience overseeing large-scale construction projects, preferably in retail or commercial sectors.
Additional Requirements:
- This role is a hybrid position based in San Diego, CA, requiring onsite presence at multiple locations.
- Ability to travel to project sites as needed.
- Certifications such as PMP, LEED, or OSHA are a plus.
Step into a leadership role where your expertise drives impactful retail transformations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and aligned with brand standards.
