Special Projects Specialist

Address: USA-PA-Carlisle-1149 Harrisburg Pike
Store Code: Store Development (5116256)
Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Our associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.
Primary Purpose:
The primary scope of this position is to manage department remodel and non-storing special projects from pre-construction activities (schedules, review of plans and bidding) through construction activities (implementing of construction activities, budget management and municipal sign offs) and warranty / close-out period (completion of punch list / warranty items and close-out financial documents within Company timeline requirements).
Our flexible/ hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. Our core office locations include Salisbury, NC , Chicago, IL, Quincy, MA, Carlisle, PA, Scarborough, ME, Hyattsville, MD and Mauldin, SC. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the compilation of all bid documents, including requests for proposals, bid forms, bid plans, special instructions, schedules, and uploading the RFQ (Request for Quote) package.
• Manage the Construction Change Authorization/Change Order process, assuring changes are valid and not part of original scope of work.
• Provide value engineering feedback to the Engineering department on assigned projects.
• Develop and implement new cost savings ideas, including value engineering and construction means and methods, that will result in saving time and money.
• Coordinate with all internal departments regarding schedules, project phasing and changes.
• Oversee the construction activities to ensure completion in a timely manner and in accordance with prototype and lease requirements.
• Review all pending change orders and determine potential impact to the budget so they can be projected properly.
• Update period budget report and compare / align with Coupa committed costs.
• Work with our safety department to review expectations at the start of every project.
• During visits and job meetings, call out both positive examples of safe practices and areas of concern.
• Write warnings and eventually fines for contractors who do not follow the process.
• After the job is completed, perform a postmortem with our safety department and recommend safety awards for vendors who promoted safety as a standard. Meet with vendors who were delinquent and determine if they can improve and continue to work for us.
• Fill out and submit Fixed Asset documents for the disposition of all equipment removed from the store to insure accurate depreciation accounting.
• Additional job duties may be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the business and support our Values.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2-4 years of relevant experience
• Practical Construction Technology & Methods
• Knowledge of architectural designs/engineering concepts and processes; construction methods and materials; project management; environmental and legal issues relative to development
• Knowledge of Construction Safety and OSHA requirements
• Must be able to read and interpret plans, specifications & building codes
• Must be able to do remodel / special project phase planning and construction scheduling. Must be able to read/interpret/write contracts, schedules, and timelines
• Oral and/or written communication skills
• Ability to partake in infrequent night work may be required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Architectural or Civil Engineering
• Construction Supervisor License strongly preferred
• OSHA Certification preferred

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At Ahold Delhaize USA, we provide services to one of the largest portfolios of grocery companies in the nation, and we're actively seeking top talent. Our team shares a common motivation to drive change, take ownership and enable our brands to better care for their customers. We thrive on supporting great local grocery brands and their strategies.
We offer an experience where our associates are valued; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging are infused in our business and our employees are representative of the communities that we serve. We believe in total wellness, which encompasses a blend of physical, financial and emotional wellness.
We believe in collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning in all that we think, create and do. While building a culture where personal and professional growth are just as important as business growth, we invest in our people, empowering them to learn, grow and deliver at all levels of the business.
Job Requisition: 417304_external_USA-PA-Carlisle