Refrigeration / HVAC Project Manager - CHEF'STORE (100% Remote)

This position is virtual/remote which means the work can be completed from anywhere is the United States except Hawaii or United States Territories.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all phases of remodels, store refurbishments and facility maintenance projects.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans including timelines, budgets, scope, and resource allocation.

• Collaborate with Real Estate, Store Operations, Merchandising, IT, and Finance to ensure alignment throughout project lifecycles.

• Serve as primary liaison between the company and architects, engineers, general contractors, and other external partners.

• Prepare estimates, submit capital project spend and manage project budget - ranging from $5,000 to $1m plus project budgets.

• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects at one time.

• Monitor all costs against forecasts as well as period close direction and project spend insight.

• Identify value engineering opportunities without compromising brand standards.

• Track and measure vendor performance on projects, providing direction on project standards and deliverables.

• Ensure consistent quality control practices are in place & adhered to throughout the project lifecycle.

• Ensure permit approvals, inspections, and landlord coordination are managed appropriately.

• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and ensure adherence to specifications, codes, and company standards

• New Stores: Lead workstream coordination and management of all phases of new store builds – leading overall timeline and execution planning. Leads the concerted efforts and coordination of all workstreams to deliver on-time schedules and openings: Workstreams include but not limited to: Real estate, Construction, Legal, HR, Operations, Marketing, Merchandising, Asset Protection, Accounting/Finance and all other appropriate workstreams.

• Create and manage critical path schedules; proactively resolve delays and conflicts to keep projects on track.

• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies.

• Produce and provide regular reporting on project status and financial impacts

SUPERVISION:

• N/A

RELATIONSHIPS

• Internal: The incumbent is required to interact with all employees at all levels of responsibility throughout the company.

• External: The incumbent is required to interact with customers and other service providers including General Contractors and all construction suppliers (i.e., fixtures/equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, signage, etc.)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Primarily work indoors in a climate-controlled office environment. Operate Office equipment, including personal computer and phone.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.

• The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may on occasion be loud.

• Working in refrigerated and freezer area in which temperatures may range from -10 degrees Fahrenheit to 36 degrees Fahrenheit.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Five years of retail management and/or five years related project management.

• Proven track record managing multiple concurrent projects in diverse geographies.

• Must by PC proficient

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, permitting processes, retail operations, and ADA/code compliance.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, AutoCAD, or equivalent construction/project management tools.

• Must be available for overnight work and travel to new store sites. 50% Travel

Certifications/Training

• Project Management Certification or similar certifications are desirable.

Licenses

• N/A

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• HVAC/ Refrigeration experience strongly preferred.

• ServiceChannel Experience

• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and process guidelines.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Ability to plan and organize, teach, and train, build teams, effective communicator and be a strong representative of US Foods culture and values.

Education

• Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited four-year college or university (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

This role will also receive an annual incentive plan bonus..

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.

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