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Special Projects Project Manager

Your project management expertise, leadership skills, and ability to drive results in a fast-paced environment make you a great fit for our Special Projects Project Manager position. Join our dynamic team today and find a rewarding career with a company that values you and all you bring to the table.

About Your Role:

As a Special Projects Project Manager at Dollar Tree's corporate office, you'll lead the planning and execution of capital expenditure (CAPEX) initiatives that support our store growth and operational objectives. You'll manage a variety of special projects, including refrigeration programs, remodels, refreshes, fixture upgrades, and store enhancements, while partnering with internal teams, vendors, contractors, and field operations to ensure successful project delivery.

Your day-to-day job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Project Planning & Execution

• Plan and execute designated CAPEX Special Projects across the store portfolio
• Manage all refrigeration installations, including new store openings, relocations, expansions, retrofits, and replacements
• Partner with Operations and Store Planning teams to define project scope, objectives, and timelines
• Ensure projects are completed on schedule, within scope, and aligned with company standards
• Travel as needed to assess project requirements and evaluate completed projects

Special Projects Management

Manage projects including, but not limited to:

• Decor changes
• Checkout modifications
• Gondola additions and replacements
• Balloon fixture and display installations
• Store remodels and renovations
• Rollout initiatives
• Store refresh programs
• Refrigeration installations and upgrades
• Office and break room improvements

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Select, coordinate, and evaluate vendors and contractors supporting CAPEX projects
• Clearly communicate project scope, expectations, and timelines to external partners
• Provide immediate direction and support when installation challenges arise
• Review contractor performance and recommend process improvements based on project learnings
• Foster strong relationships with architects, engineers, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders

Operational Support & Continuous Improvement

• Resolve project-related issues involving store layouts, scheduling, and installations
• Identify and recommend process improvements to senior construction leadership
• Prepare and distribute construction communications and project updates to field teams
• Review and approve project quotations, material requirements, and invoices
• Ensure compliance with Dollar Tree construction and operational standards

Your Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in retail construction, store development, project management, or a related field
• Demonstrated knowledge of retail construction processes and project execution
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong project planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Ability to effectively collaborate with vendors, contractors, architects, engineers, and internal business partners
• Approximately 15% travel required to support business needs

Preferred Requirements:

• Technical training or experience in mechanical, electrical, or structural disciplines
• Bachelor's degree in Management, Project Management, Construction Management, or a related field
• Familiarity with retail fixturing, store planning, store operations, or merchandising
• Self-directed professional with an innovative mindset and strong execution skills
• Experience leading construction-related capital projects in a retail environment

Our success is a team effort -

when we reach our goals, you'll be eligible for a yearly bonus!

Start Rate = $68,000 -$81,000 based on experience and 20% bonus!

Your Perks and Benefits:

We offer a wide variety of rewards to support your health, wealth, and mental well-being. In addition to medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision insurance, we offer:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Educational Assistance
• Access to PerkSpot, an employee discount platform for goods and services
• And much more!

Who We Are:

At Dollar Tree, we make a difference in the lives of our customers every day by exceeding their expectations and delivering value. It's what our business is built on. Our associates play an important role in this commitment by embracing change and showing up for their teams and their communities.

We see an exciting path forward as our company continues to grow and transform, and we know that this path starts with you.

Join our team today and discover The Value of You.

Dollar Tree is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. This is not to be considered a complete list of job duties, which may be amended from time to time at the discretion of Dollar Tree. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor.

Please note, this job description is not a contract of employment and may be modified to meet evolving business needs. Employment at Dollar Tree is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.