Construction Project Manager Jobs

Rainbow USA is one of the fastest growing juniors, kids, plus, and petite specialty apparel chains. Headquartered in Brooklyn, NY and founded in 1935, Rainbow is a fashion leader to its 14–49-year-old customers.

Rainbow Shops

Construction Project Manager

Description:

Rainbow USA Inc is a specialty retailer based in Brooklyn, NY with locations throughout the US and Caribbean. Construction projects range from new stores to remodels, expansions. Projects range from small repairs to full Tenant Fit-outs. We are currently seeking a Project Manager for our Construction Department. This is a great opportunity to join a growing company that offers competitive pay, a team-oriented atmosphere and excellent benefits.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Update the department Director on status of projects.

2. Work closely with interoffice departments as necessary.

3. Work as a liaison with necessary parties to ensure efficient communication and expedite resolution of any issues or concerns

4. Review and modify work letter specifications.

5. Perform and request site surveys on all projects.

6. Request and Evaluate HVAC surveys.

7. Review and approve construction documents including construction drawings as necessary.

8. Plan and coordinate all aspects of the construction process, including bidding Negotiate contracts with architects, vendors, contractors and other workers.

9. Monitor construction schedules and budgets to ensure project delivery on time, under budget

10. Scheduling of different phases of a project based on established deadlines

11. Confer with supervisors or other managers to monitor construction progress, including productivity and compliance with building and safety codes.

12. Secure building permits and licenses and delivery of materials and equipment to construction sites.

13. Manage multiple projects while being innovative and creative in challenging situations.

14. Accurate accounting practices to be ensured on a per project basis

15. Ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment

16. Work experience in the industry is a must.

Requirements:

1. 5 years of work experience in retail, commercial construction management.

2. Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field or equivalent combination of training and experience

3. Candidates must be able to influence others, lead others and create a team-oriented environment.

4. You must be able to manage multiple projects while being innovative and creative in challenging situations.

5. Other requirements of the Project Management role include:

6. Excellent computer skills, including MS-Excel, Word and Lotus Notes preferred

7. Ability to adapt to changing demands and priorities

8. Strong analytic skills in evaluating existing conditions of potential store sites in order to produce preliminary budgets and store layouts

Ability to supervise and manage projects remotely.

About us:

Rainbow Apparel is one of the fastest growing privately owned women’s and children’s apparel chains in the United States. Founded in 1935, Rainbow grew to over 300 stores by 1999. Today our Company currently operates over 1,180 stores in 38 states, including Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and the District of Columbia. Our stores specialize in trendy, value-priced juniors, plus-size, and children’s apparel, footwear, and accessories. Our customers appreciate fashion apparel but are value conscious and look to Rainbow to provide lower-cost runway substitutes for their fashion needs.

We expect that the successful candidate will be offered a wage rate in the range of $ 75,000 to $ 110,000 for salaried positions; the actual rate offered will be based on the candidate's skills, relevant experience, length of relevant experience, and on labor market conditions. We also offer a range of employee benefits, including medical, dental, life, and 401(k) plan, and PTO (paid time off) to eligible employees.

Rainbow is headquartered in Brooklyn, NY.

Our company is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.