Weis Markets, Inc.
Manager of Architecture
Weis Markets, Inc., Phila, Pennsylvania, United States,
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1000 S. 2nd StreetJob Description:ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe Manager will assume the lead role for coordinating pre-construction daily activities of the Store Development, Real Estate, and Legal Departments. They will act as the coordination point for outside engineers and consultants as it relates to performing due diligence, design development, and construction drawings of new stores, expansion projects, remodels, and fuel stations. They will have a thorough understanding of local, state, and federal regulatory agencies and their processes as related to the building permit reviews and approvals. They will communicate the interests of Weis Markets, Inc. to government agency officials and conduct negotiations on behalf of Weis Markets Inc.Project Management
Initiate projects: Establish project teams with the Director of Architecture for assigned projects, complete project initiation documents which include detailed work scope/outline, budget, and schedule for completion.
Manage project implementation: Ensure that all steps follow Weis operating procedures and maintain the planned delivery schedule. Keep internal clients informed of the ongoing project status and provide strong guidance and support to the members of the project team.
Coordinate with peers: Work with other project managers throughout Weis to avoid conflicts in schedule.
Maintain project records of all actions and changes throughout the design and construction process.
Have a thorough understanding of the permit process and the ability to accommodate the unique requirements of the authorities having jurisdiction, representing the interests of Weis to those agencies.
Work with public utilities to identify specific needs and easements affecting building design and usage.
Serve as the central point of contact for Weis Store Development, Real Estate, Legal Departments, and functional areas of the business stakeholders relative to ongoing activities in the areas of responsibilities.
Coordinate with Weis Construction to develop budgets and construction schedules.
Work with Weis Land Development and construction to develop Standardized Building Design Criteria and maintain standards during the design process.
Function as the technical advisor to all internal departments regarding matters of building design, due diligence, and related activities to the pursuit of project approvals.
Initiate, draft, and negotiate contracts and/or purchase orders for approval.
Perform contract administration functions, including review and approval of Construction Change Orders Proposals (COP), shop drawings & submittals, and manage Requests for Information (RFI).
Business/Fiscal ManagementCommunicate opportunities: Research and present new products/processes that have the potential to result in increased efficiency and life-cycle savings to Weis projects and facilities.
Control costs: Ensure that project costs align with the approved budget; discuss variations with internal leadership, and issue change orders to reflect approved changes.
Maintain project schedules and communicate reports to relevant stakeholders and senior management.
Assist in administration of budgets, contractor/vendor payments, tracking, and settlement for contracted work.
Develop a pool of competent consultants: Regularly evaluate performance, seek out new consultants, and keep that pool current to changes in building design criteria.
AdministrativeManage and develop project staff: Understand the strengths and areas needing improvement for assigned project staff. Manage, support, and evaluate each toward improvement.
Perform as a public relations ambassador: Be proactive in presenting and communicating the project to local permit authorities and in-house senior management.
Maintain contact with vendors: Meet regularly with key architects and engineers to discuss current projects, evaluate firm performance, and identify areas of improvement.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis associate will supervise a team, currently composed of (3) internal project managers and an administrative assistant.Weis Markets is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Weis Markets is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of actual or perceived age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, familial status, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with a disability may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ways things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Weis Markets.
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1000 S. 2nd StreetJob Description:ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe Manager will assume the lead role for coordinating pre-construction daily activities of the Store Development, Real Estate, and Legal Departments. They will act as the coordination point for outside engineers and consultants as it relates to performing due diligence, design development, and construction drawings of new stores, expansion projects, remodels, and fuel stations. They will have a thorough understanding of local, state, and federal regulatory agencies and their processes as related to the building permit reviews and approvals. They will communicate the interests of Weis Markets, Inc. to government agency officials and conduct negotiations on behalf of Weis Markets Inc.Project Management
Initiate projects: Establish project teams with the Director of Architecture for assigned projects, complete project initiation documents which include detailed work scope/outline, budget, and schedule for completion.
Manage project implementation: Ensure that all steps follow Weis operating procedures and maintain the planned delivery schedule. Keep internal clients informed of the ongoing project status and provide strong guidance and support to the members of the project team.
Coordinate with peers: Work with other project managers throughout Weis to avoid conflicts in schedule.
Maintain project records of all actions and changes throughout the design and construction process.
Have a thorough understanding of the permit process and the ability to accommodate the unique requirements of the authorities having jurisdiction, representing the interests of Weis to those agencies.
Work with public utilities to identify specific needs and easements affecting building design and usage.
Serve as the central point of contact for Weis Store Development, Real Estate, Legal Departments, and functional areas of the business stakeholders relative to ongoing activities in the areas of responsibilities.
Coordinate with Weis Construction to develop budgets and construction schedules.
Work with Weis Land Development and construction to develop Standardized Building Design Criteria and maintain standards during the design process.
Function as the technical advisor to all internal departments regarding matters of building design, due diligence, and related activities to the pursuit of project approvals.
Initiate, draft, and negotiate contracts and/or purchase orders for approval.
Perform contract administration functions, including review and approval of Construction Change Orders Proposals (COP), shop drawings & submittals, and manage Requests for Information (RFI).
Business/Fiscal ManagementCommunicate opportunities: Research and present new products/processes that have the potential to result in increased efficiency and life-cycle savings to Weis projects and facilities.
Control costs: Ensure that project costs align with the approved budget; discuss variations with internal leadership, and issue change orders to reflect approved changes.
Maintain project schedules and communicate reports to relevant stakeholders and senior management.
Assist in administration of budgets, contractor/vendor payments, tracking, and settlement for contracted work.
Develop a pool of competent consultants: Regularly evaluate performance, seek out new consultants, and keep that pool current to changes in building design criteria.
AdministrativeManage and develop project staff: Understand the strengths and areas needing improvement for assigned project staff. Manage, support, and evaluate each toward improvement.
Perform as a public relations ambassador: Be proactive in presenting and communicating the project to local permit authorities and in-house senior management.
Maintain contact with vendors: Meet regularly with key architects and engineers to discuss current projects, evaluate firm performance, and identify areas of improvement.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis associate will supervise a team, currently composed of (3) internal project managers and an administrative assistant.Weis Markets is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Weis Markets is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of actual or perceived age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, familial status, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with a disability may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ways things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Weis Markets.
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