Construction Manager

Trader Joe's is your favorite neighborhood grocery store! With 570 stores nationwide (and growing), we are the place to be. Looking for something delicious and a friendly conversation? At Trader Joe's, you can find both. We love being your first and favorite place to shop.

Like shopping at Trader Joe's? Then, maybe you'll love working with us. We are looking for an experienced Construction Manager who is searching to do what they love! Do you have experience managing the design, budget, and construction execution of multiple construction projects? Do you love food? If so, read on! We may have the role of a lifetime for you!

Trader Joe's is unlike any place you've ever worked. Trust us on that. The qualified candidate has at least 3 - 5 years of construction project management experience ( retail and refrigeration experience preferred) and is a raving fan of the Trader Joe's concept. A Bachelor's Degree in project management, construction management, or a related field is strongly preferred. This role is based in our office in Monrovia, CA.

The Construction Manager is responsible for:

• Managing multiple construction projects and special projects per year to ensure on-time completion, budget cost control, accuracy, and quality of work
• Retaining and managing architects, industry experts, engineers, and general contractors
• Overseeing architects in preparing construction documents, bringing a working knowledge and insight into refrigeration equipment, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
• Reviewing construction documents for accuracy and coordinating with project stakeholders in other departments, such as Purchasing, MIS, and Accounting
• Coordinating design, scope of work, and schedule with the store operations crew and obtain internal approvals
• Managing the application process for all permits and governmental approvals
• Coordinating construction work with property managers, including obtaining landlord approvals as required per lease
• Establishing construction timetables and communicating with appropriate parties
• Generating budgets for store remodels and expansions, and other construction projects
• Soliciting and negotiating construction bids and memorializing agreements in standard contract form
• Visiting job sites on an as-needed basis during construction
• Ensuring completion of punch list items
• Reviewing and authorizing contractor payment applications, and submitting for processing
• Tracking costs for projects and providing regular completion status and financial reports through project management platform
• Supporting Directors of Construction with new stores, as needed
• Traveling frequently to stores and construction sites

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Comprehensive project and construction management skills, including extensive experience reading plans, building and analyzing budgets, creating and maintaining schedules, and negotiating with contractors
• Superior attention to detail, communication skills, and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving, proactive approach, and a sense of urgency
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Familiarity with National Building and Fire and Accessibility Codes
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Ability to learn and utilize project management software platform
• Understanding of refrigeration system design and operations preferred
• Experience with AutoCAD preferred

We get a lot of resumes; so to help us get to know you better, please submit your resume and cover letter. When creating your cover letter, please answer these questions:

• What is your favorite Trader Joe's product and why?
• What makes you uniquely qualified for this position?