Project Manager, Retail Construction & Facilities Management

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Manager of Retail Construction & Facilities Management reports to the Director of Retail Construction & Facilities Management and is responsible for project managing the design, planning, construction, and facilities maintenance of 70+ Sunnyside dispensaries and Cresco Facilities nationwide. You will manage project budgets, oversee new construction of our retail stores, and remodels to improve existing retail stores, and facilities projects and Preventive Maintenance. On the day-to-day you will oversee all project management, manage external vendors to ensure the functionality of all building systems, approve contracts, and oversee contractors, all while ensuring timely updates to Retail Management and proper tracking of construction projects and facility issues from inception to completion. You will lead designated construction and facilities projects to meet timelines and maintain operations of our dispensaries. At Sunnyside, we believe the employee experience is paramount to all. With a strong focus on training, development, diversity and authenticity, our employees experience both personal and professional growth. As a Project Manager of Retail Construction & Facilities Management, you will have:

• Experience leading the full project management lifecycle in retail construction and remodels.
• Budget responsibility supporting retail store construction projects and facility maintenance.
• Skills in vendor relations, project management, inventory management and managing key relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Skills in strategic thinking, decision making and complex problem solving 

CORE JOB DUTIES 

• Support the direction of construction and facilities long-term and short-term plans by managing vendor relations and forecasting projects and property upgrades to maintain operations and meet budget goals.
• Manage and execute against the construction and facilities budget and make recommendations to meet or exceed budget goals.
• Oversee and manage construction and facilities projects from conception to completion meeting contractual conditions of performance. 
• Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs.
• Oversee all onsite and offsite construction, remodels & facilities to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations. 
• Coordinate construction with General Contractors and sub-contractors to ensure compliance with plans and codes.
• Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts and work with architects, building officials, landlords vendors and contractors for permit approvals on all projects, when necessary.
• Responsible for working with nationally contracted and one-off vendors to ensure the most cost effective means to complete repairs/maintenance. • Ensure all projects meet quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques.
• Establish and nurture key business partner relationships across Retail Management, Construction, IT, Compliance, Security, Employees Health & Safety, and HR.
• Work cross functionally with internal and external stakeholders to deliver new stores, remodel, and facilities projects on time and on budget.
• Communicate with leadership timelines, deliverables, risks, and solutions to mitigate delays in project schedule.
• Maintain internal facilities and construction trackers and reporting to ensure visibility and progress of all projects.
• Interface with retail management teams to understand needs and engage strategic planning regarding facilities management services.
• Manage facilities ticket system to ensure timely communication and that service level adherence meets or exceeds expectations.
• Coordinate all repair/replacement of all warranty-related issues after store opening.
• Assist in bidding processes for all potential new GCs and vendors to identify cost savings and the top construction & facilities partners that provide quality and reliable services.
• Maintain and improve existing vendor relationships while ensuring their compliance with all applicable policies and procedures.
• Manage invoicing process to ensure work has been completed according to expectations and is approved for timely payment.
• Provide regular updates, feedback, and solutions to your leader across all aspects of construction and facilities management.
• Advocate on stores’ behalf and expedite issue resolution while maintaining excellent rapport with vendors.
• Assists in project administration duties as assigned.
• This position will require frequent off hour and weekend interaction.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS  

• 3 plus years of Construction or Facilities Management Experience, preferably in a high-growth or fast-paced environment with multiple site responsibility.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Facilities Management, Engineering or Property Management.
• Strong problem solving, negotiating, and critical judgment skills for all proposed scopes of work.
• Skilled in vetting contractor proposals/scopes of work (including but not limited to roofing, HVAC, plumbing)
• Strong business acumen including vendor management, attention to detail, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A high level of integrity, personal motivation, adaptability, and sense of urgency.
• Proficiency in applications such as AutoCAD, Smartsheet and Microsoft Office programs.
• Up to 35% annual travel expectations. 

BENEFITS

Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D.  We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off.  Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.