Job Category

Engineering & Science

Position Summary

This position is responsible for managing the construction process of new stores and special projects from inception to operations turnover. Also responsible for technical construction negotiations with developers, landlords, outside architects, and engineering consultants.

Responsibilities

Participate in the negotiation of construction activities to establish the terms, milestone schedules, criteria, etc. incorporated as exhibits to various types of Agreements and projects.

Establish project schedule and adapt activities, when necessary, to meet construction related delivery dates

Identify and qualify potential contractors for project use

Manage the GC competitive bidding process through contract execution

Monitoring and enforcement of criteria compliance and quality control during all phases of construction

Manage the flow of information related to construction activities between BSRO internal departments and external contractors, architects, engineers, developers, landlords, and AHJs

Ensure the timely and accurate review of documents throughout the budgeting, entitlement, jurisdictional approval, and construction process.

Review and understand the scope and budgetary impact of outside contractor, architect and engineer activities related to code investigation, completion of plans, specifications, bidding and permitting.

When applicable, act as the BSRO representative to building department and code officials

Organize and conduct construction meetings and activities (i.e. project kickoff, pre-bid, pre-construction, site visits, etc.).

Coordinate the turnover of new store projects to the Store Opening and Operations teams, ensuring a smooth transition from construction to store opening.

Support the Facilities team as needed with first year warranty or latent defect claims and repairs.

Responsible for financial and document closeout of completed projects while ensuring audit compliance throughout the project.

Additional responsibilities as assigned by Real Estate leadership

Minimum Qualifications

BS, BA required in engineering, architecture, or construction management

7+ years experience in multi site construction management

Experience in greenfield development, design, and/or planning preferred

General knowledge of all construction disciplines (civil, structural, architectural, electrical, and mechanical) and ADA requirements.

Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously while working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities

An innovate, team-centric collaborator who understands there is more than one way to solve a problem.

General systems knowledge (CAD, Excel, Word)

Ability to travel 50-75%

Ability to climb a ladder, lift up to 30lbs, and stand for several hours at a time.

What We Offer

At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to "Serve Society with Superior Quality", for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:

A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.

The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.

Corporate Social Responsibility activities.

A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.

Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.

A diverse and inclusive team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.