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Finish Line

Associate Project Manager (East Region)

Finish Line, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262


This candidate can live anywhere Centrally, ideally in: Texas, Indiana, or Illinois.

The Associate Project Manager is responsible for assisting Senior PM's and PM's with the coordination of store construction projects based on the priorities and needs of the company. This individual will effectively exhibit JD Finish Line's core values of Customer, People, Winning, Community, and Financial Responsibility in everything they do by performing the following key duties: Assists with JD North America & Finish Line construction projects Partners with internal and contracted Project Managers on construction details as needed Coordinates and assists with field change orders from general contractors through the contracted Project Manager Assists with special projects and initiatives as needed Collaborate directly with external vendors to ensure receipt and review of proposals for all owner-supplied items Coordinate on-site delivery with material vendors in conjunction with the construction schedule, the Project Manager, and Procurement Team Prepares the store project file system for use by architects and internal members in the drawing process Prepare project file systems and template documents for GC's, architects, and stakeholders Utilizes good prioritization, organizational, and multi-tasking abilities. Performs analysis of project plans and specifications. Assists Project Managers in reviews, conditions, and approval of all GC bids received. Tracks project-specific Capital Expenditure costs in conjunction with the Cost Management Team; provides reporting as needed. Monitors and ensures schedule performance and quality workmanship of construction. May travel during store construction to ensure premium execution and brand standards Reviews and processes change proposals, proposal requests, supplemental instructions, and other contract documents. Assists in organizing construction progress meetings, including preparing meeting minutes, updating and distributing schedules, approval tracking, etc. Documents and processes all departmental submittals Lucernex administrator responsibilities, including but not limited to, creating and training new members, process kick-offs, budget tracking, reporting, etc... Additional duties and projects as required. Roles and responsibilities could change based on program needs. Required Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in engineering, architecture, or project management from a four-year college or university, or equivalent experience is required. Minimum of 2 years experience in construction, store facilities, or a design role with a specialty retailer Required Computer and/or Technical Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Projects, PowerPoint, Google Suite, and Smartsheets. Ability to read and interpret Construction Drawings and Details. Experience with Lucernex or web-based project management programs is advantageous. Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Effective Communication: Proficient in communicating with internal and external stakeholders across various mediums, ensuring professionalism and constructive dialogue. Teamwork: Demonstrates strong teamwork abilities, fostering collaboration and synergy within the project team. Decision Making and Problem Solving: Capable of identifying, analyzing, and resolving complex problems, leveraging specialized knowledge to make sound decisions even in unfamiliar situations. Managing People and Negotiating Budgets: Exhibits strong leadership skills in managing teams and negotiating budgets effectively. Time and Project Management: Excellent at managing time and projects efficiently, ensuring tasks are completed within specified timelines. Organization and Creativity: Highly organized, creative, and flexible, with the ability to adapt to changing project requirements while maintaining efficiency. Construction Expertise: Profound knowledge of tenant-improvement construction sequencing and durations, enabling the development of comprehensive construction phasing plans and strategies. Understanding of Construction Processes: Ability to assess and inform various construction-related aspects such as Landlord Construction exhibits, design criteria, structural issues, MEP systems, and energy requirements. Technical Aptitude: Capable of communicating technical construction details effectively to different departments and teams, including developing project schedules and reviewing capital budgets. Autonomy and Initiative: Self-starter capable of operating with minimal supervision, with the ability to escalate issues appropriately and follow logical and methodical approaches. Industry Experience: Experience in the construction industry is highly valued, particularly expertise in technical, analytical, and strategic management based on owner, architectural, or construction experience. Technical Proficiency: Skilled in utilizing Google, Microsoft, and Adobe applications and relevant computer software to support project management tasks effectively. Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Sit for more than 6 hours per shift Reach with hands and arms Talk and/or hear Walk or move from one location to another Occasionally may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally Punctuality and regular attendance consistent with the company's policies are required for the position. Average work week is 45-50 hours, which can vary depending on business need. The work environment for this position is a moderately noisy office setting. Must be able to travel approximately 20-30% of time by land and/or air.

The company reserves the right to modify this job description with or without notice. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties outside of normal job scope on a temporary basis per company policy. Salary range for the position: $66,000-$70,000; 10% bonus target. This role will be eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401k, sick leave, parental leave, and company paid time off plan.

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This job description is not intended to cover all aspects, duties, and/or responsibilities required of employees. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties outside of normal job scope on a temporary or permanent basis per company policy. The company reserves the right to modify this job description with or without notice.

EEO Statement:

The Finish Line, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local EEO laws. The Finish Line, Inc. prohibits discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on race or color, religion or creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, sex, pregnancy status, age, military status, disability, or any other characteristic or class protected by law. The Finish Line, Inc. provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws, including for disabilities, pregnancy, and religious practices.

Need accessibility assistance to apply? Applicants who require accessibility assistance to submit an employment application can either call Finish Line at (317) 613-6890 or email us at talentacquisition@finishline.com. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will respond as soon as reasonably possible. (This email address and phone number is only for individuals seeking accommodation when applying for a job.)