• Job Description

  Req#: JR117284

  Job Description

  Department: Real Estate
  Location: Raleigh, NC
  Reports To: Senior Supervisor of Mid Atlantic New Stores

  Job Summary

  We are seeking a skilled Construction Project Manager to join our Real Estate team. This role acts as the owner’s representative and is responsible for the full lifecycle of construction projects—including 5–10 new store builds annually as well as other special projects. From permitting through store opening and warranty management, the Construction Project Manager ensures each project is executed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

  Key Responsibilities

  • Project Management: Lead all phases of construction, including permitting, scheduling, execution, and closeout. Manage site development and vertical construction across a multi-state territory.

  • Budget Oversight: Manage an annual capital budget of $15M–$28M. Track spending, forecast accruals, and mitigate budget overruns through proactive change order management.

  • Scheduling: Develop and maintain project schedules. Coordinate vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery.

  • Stakeholder Coordination: Serve as the primary liaison between the company, developers, governmental agencies, and other external partners.

  • Risk Management: Identify, assess, and resolve construction risks and challenges. Propose cost-effective and efficient solutions, considering both direct and indirect impacts.

  • Vendor & Contractor Management: Oversee third-party contractors and vendors. Lead bid processes for remodels and improvement projects. Negotiate costs and manage contract compliance.

  • Design & Documentation: Review construction drawings and specifications for accuracy. Incorporate new design standards and provide continuous feedback for improvement.

  • Performance Analysis: Leverage project data to identify cost savings, efficiency improvements, and contractor performance trends across the region.

  • Field Oversight: Conduct field inspections to ensure construction quality, safety compliance, and adherence to company standards.

  • Safety Compliance: Enforce job site safety in accordance with Wawa policy and OSHA standards. Coach and document violations as needed.

  • Project Reporting: Prepare regular project status reports detailing progress, risks, and action plans.

  • Turnover & Warranty Management: Complete final inspections, manage the punch list process, and oversee warranty issue resolution.

  • Special Projects: Manage ad hoc projects including training center renovations, fuel system upgrades, and sustainability initiatives (e.g., alternative fuel, Clean Fill, Fuel Up programs).

  • Technology & Innovation: Stay current with industry tools and technologies. Embrace and implement new systems that enhance project delivery.

  Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline (preferred)

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial construction management, engineering, or project supervision

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software

  • Strong understanding of construction scheduling, risk management, and contract negotiation

  • Ability to travel extensively within the assigned territory; relocation flexibility preferred

  • Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends, as required

  Essential Skills and Competencies

  • Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills

  • Excellent organization and time management abilities

  • Problem-solving and analytical thinking with a detail-oriented mindset

  • Independent decision-maker with a proactive, solutions-driven approach

  • High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision

  Location Requirements

  Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Raleigh, North Carolina region. Frequent travel across North Carolina, Virginia, and South Carolina is required.

  Wawa will provide reasonable accommodation to complete an application upon request, consistent with applicable law. If you require an accommodation, please contact our Associate Service Center at asc@wawa.com or 1-800-444-9292.

  Wawa, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Wawa maintains a work environment in which Associates are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and Associates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.

• About the company

  Wawa, Inc., a privately held company, began in 1803 as an iron foundry in New Jersey. Toward the end of the 19th Century, owner George Wood took an interest in dairy farming and the family began a small processing plant in Wawa, Pa, in 1902. The milk business was a huge success, due to its quality, cleanliness and “certified” process. As home delivery of milk declined in the early 1960s, Grahame Wood, George’s grandson, opened the first Wawa Food Market in 1964 as an outlet for dairy products. Today, Wawa is your all day, every day stop for fresh, built-to-order foods, beverages, coffee, fuel services, and surcharge-free ATMs. A chain of more than 750 convenience retail stores (over 500 offering gasoline), Wawa stores are located in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and Central Florida. The stores offer a large fresh food service selection, including Wawa brands such as built-to-order hoagies, freshly brewed coffee, hot breakfast sandwiches, built-to-order specialty beverages, and an assortment of soups, sides and snacks.

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