Temporary Creative Project Manager Jobs in Ladera Ranch, CA

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

What you will be doing

Responsible for overseeing and managing assigned area/project(s) from start of construction work through grand opening, ensuring timely completion and adherence to current quality standards.

This is an exciting opportunity for a construction professional to drive projects from the ground up, working cross-functionally with contractors, operations, and internal departments to bring new and remodeled stores to life.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensures assigned construction projects are completed according to the company's standards for time, cost, and quality.

• Conducts regular field inspection on assigned projects, ensuring contractors' compliance with contract documents and takes necessary corrective action to ensure objectives are achieved.

• Reviews and approves contractors' application for payment as authorized in management approved contract and purchase orders.

• Schedules and coordinates store equipment and fixture setup activities to ensure timely occupancy of store including delivery and installation of equipment, utility connections, refrigeration startup, confirm receipt of all required occupancy licenses, and working with operators to receive merchandise.

• Reviews and approves schedules for construction, equipment deliveries, inspections, and utility connections refrigeration startup, and receipt of all required occupancy licenses as required to facilitate Operations set-up and merchandising activities.

• Provides design and construction expertise to operations and departments in response to questions in the area of maintenance and repair.

• Assembles and approves contractor bidder list for each assigned project.

• Conducts performance evaluation on approved contractors, architects, and engineers at conclusion of each project conferring with management as needed regarding changes in pre-qualified status based upon evaluation.

• Executes disaster recovery plan for assigned area.

• Provides budget estimating to operations and departments in research and development of Division annual Equipment Budget (AEB) forecast, including feasibility analysis and cost estimating.

• Oversees all aspects of design and construction activities for assimilation of acquisition stores within the assigned area.

• Reviews qualifications and confirms interest of potential contractors.

What we are searching for

We believe the successful candidate has these qualifications and experience:

• Degree in Architectural Science, Civil Engineering or Construction/Project Manager or equivalent experience.

• Minimum 3 years retail construction/project management experience.

• Possess a comprehensive understanding of retail construction and retail fixtures/equipment.

• Must have strong understanding of building methods, industry standards and building codes.

• Ability to work independently and be able to plan, organize and schedule time and activities effectively to achieve work goals.

• Strong project management and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

• Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to work effectively with and through others to achieve goals and objectives.

• Must have the ability to represent the Company's interests to outside professionals and contractors.

• Travel requirements: 40% travel.

Physical Environment

• Office work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.

• Construction site work is performed in external temperatures and conditions and is subject to normal construction hazards including trip/fall, falling debris and construction equipment.

• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal.

• Incumbent will use computers, cell phones, telephones and other typical office equipment during normal workday.

• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

*Must meet the minimum requirements to be considered*

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly

• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

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