Real Estate Construction Manager (Retail) - Houston, TX

Real Estate Construction Manager (Retail) - Houston, TX(Job Number: 260000AV)

Description

ABOUT BEALLS INC.

If you're seeking a career with a company that encourages authenticity, rewards innovation and provides stability and work/life harmony, then Bealls Inc. is the place for you! At Bealls Inc., our people have a shared responsibility to each other that has fueled our considerable retail industry success.

Here you'll find a blend of tenured individuals with deep company knowledge working alongside talents from national and international retailers, various industries, and recent graduates, all united by a shared vision.

WHO WE ARE

• We are a group of passionate people who utilize our unique talents to help our guests outfit their families for less.
• We strive to hire and develop talented and diverse individuals by fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and authenticity that benefits from and thrives on a wide range of skills, styles, backgrounds and experiences.
• We believe we are better when we work together, leveraging collaboration and relationships throughout our organization and the broader retail industry to help accomplish our goals.
• We are continuously pursuing solutions that address environmental impact and advance sustainable practices, while strengthening relationships with our communities, our people, and our industry partners.
• Practices that people experience when joining include Authenticity, Acceptance, Accountability, Compassion, Empowerment, Gratitude, Openness, Presence and Transparency.

WHY JOIN BEALLS INC.

• Stability: We are a financially strong, multi-billion-dollar, growing organization that has been around for 110 years! We have over 650 retail stores across 23 states under bealls, Bealls Florida, and Home Centric store brands, along with 50 exclusive brands in our stores!
• Benefits: We provide weekly pay and comprehensive benefits, health and wellness perks including paid time off and retirement saving plans because people well-being is a priority.
• Growth: We focus on cultivating internal talent and educating new members of the organization through numerous training programs and learning tools. This is accomplished through continuous professional development at all levels in the classroom, in the field and on the job.
• Connection: Surround yourself with others who find purpose, passion, and fulfillment in their work, with an organization that believes in making communities safer and healthier for generations to come.

Learn even more atwww.beallsinc.com/beallsinc/careers

MIDWEST REAL ESTATE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER (RETAIL)

IMPACT ON BUSINESS

The Construction Project Manager leads construction projects from early planning through key turnover, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned with brand, operational, and customer experience standards.

This position partners closely with real estate, store operations, store maintenance, distribution center, and external vendors to manage new store builds, remodels, relocations, and refresh programs across a multi-site retail portfolio.

The Construction Project Manager serves as the primary point of accountability for construction outcomes, proactively managing risks that could impact cost, schedule, or store opening.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES [Essential Functions]

Budget & Schedule Management

• Develop conceptual scope of work and budgets for new potential store locations.
• Work with contractors to produce detailed project budgets; track costs and proactively manage variances.
• Create and manage project schedules aligned to retail opening calendars and seasonal business needs.
• Review and validate contractor schedules to ensure alignment with store readiness and merchandising timelines.
• Identify risks early and drive solutions to keep projects on track.
• Coordinate with Finance and Real Estate teams on capital versus lease scope, including scope delineation and financial responsibility.

Vendor & Contractor Oversight

• Lead bid processes and contractor selection.
• Manage general contractors, architects, engineers, and specialty vendors to ensure quality, safety, and brand compliance.
• Hold vendors accountable to scope, schedule, and cost commitments.
• Coordinate and support resolution of disputes that may impact cost, schedule, or store openings.

Permitting, Due Diligence & Compliance

• Coordinate due diligence activities, including site assessments and landlord coordination.
• Support permit agents and coordinate with local jurisdictions as required during the permitting process.
• Ensure construction activities comply with local codes, lease requirements, and retail brand standards.
• Document delivery deficiencies and coordinate appropriate remedies in accordance with lease requirements.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, logs, and reporting.
• Interface with Legal and Real Estate teams on construction‑related disputes or delays.

Construction Oversight & Store Readiness

• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress, quality, and readiness.
• Review weekly construction reports and communicate status, risks, and milestones to stakeholders. Accountability for maintain critical path items to store opening
• Manage punch lists and drive timely closeout.
• Coordinate final handoff to store operations to support opening or re-opening.
• Work with Store Maintenance to ensure a smooth transition.

Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing retail construction projects, including multi-site rollouts.
• Strong understanding of retail construction schedules, store opening coordination, and prototype execution.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, vendors, and competing priorities across multiple projects.
• Ability to lead construction activities and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, vendors, and business partners.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to interface with Legal and Real Estate teams on construction-related disputes or delays.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Fluent in English.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation, including adequate vision, speech, and hearing.
• Ability to climb ladders, lift and carry at least 30 pounds, and maintain full body mobility, including bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, and rotational movement.

When it comes to finding the right fit, we know there is a lot to consider. Our recruiters are here to help you discover the career fit you’re looking for. Thank you again for your interest in Bealls Inc. and we look forward to hearing from you!

For more information, check out

www.beallsinc.com

www.bealls.com

www.beallsflorida.com

www.homecentric.com

Skills

Budget Management, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Management, Construction Project Management, Construction Projects, Construction Schedule, Cost Control, Customer Experience, Detail Oriented, Distribution Services, Documentation, Driver's License, Due Diligence, English Language, Environmental Impact, Estate Management, Finance, Financial Management, Green Business, Leadership, Leasing, Legal, Lift/Move 30 Pounds, Merchandising, Multitasking, New Store Openings, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Real Estate, Remodeling, Retail, Retail Construction, Retail Leasing, Retail Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Safety Compliance, Schedule Development, Site Evaluation, Status Reports, Store Opening, Time Management, Training Program, Vendor/Supplier Planning

About the Company

Bealls

Bealls Inc. is a privately held company, rich in tradition,still owned by the founding family . Founded in 1915, Bealls includes over 530 stores and www.beallsflorida.com. Bealls is the destination of choice for casual lifestyle and priced right apparel and home merchandise. Bealls Department Stores and BeallsFlorida.com, are owned and operated by Beall's Department Stores, Inc and Beall's Westgate Corporation.

Bealls Outlet Stores, and Burkes Outlet Stores are owned and operated by Bealls Outlet Stores, Inc. , Burkes Outlet Stores L.L.C. , and Burkes Westgate Corporation .

Your Future

Beall's, Inc. is the parent company of Beall's Department Stores, Inc., Beall's Outlet Stores, Inc., Burke's Outlet Stores, LLC, and Beall's Home Outlets. Headquartered in Bradenton, Florida, Beall's, Inc. performs the Distribution, Finance, Information Systems, and Human Resources functions for its retail subsidiaries allowing those companies to concentrate on merchandising, marketing and operations.

Beall's, Inc. and its subsidiaries offer exciting opportunities for professional growth in a highly competitive field.

Your Workplace

Beall's employees are encouraged to set and reach their goals; they are empowered to attain high levels of success. The Beall's family of stores is committed to the support and encouragement of each employee. Our tradition includes training and promotion from within. Our strength rests on individual employees reaching their potentials.

The contributions of many contribute to the common goal of providing the best customer service possible, every day.

Our criteria for selecting candidates include work experience, education and extra-curricular activities. Beall's believes in equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, cultural background or physical characteristics. A diverse workplace benefits everyone and we uphold a tradition of service to our diverse community of customers.

In addition, Beall's has a long-standing commitment to a safe, drug-free and smoke-free work environment.

Company Size

2,000 to 2,499 employees

Industry

Retail

Founded

1915

Website

http://www.beallsinc.com