Construction Project Manager

Chuze Fitness is a company that's driven to reimagine what working in the fitness industry means. A place where we put hospitality first, build friendships, and make a powerful difference in our communities through fitness and compassion! We pride ourselves on putting people first and having a fun work environment! We aspire to be a company where our employees are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work and add value to our culture of kindness. 

At Chuze Fitness our top priority is to provide the best hospitality experience for our current and future members. We're all responsible for the Customer Service, Cleanliness, and Culture at Chuze Fitness. We work together to positively impact each person who enters the facility through greetings, giving well-deserved high fives, answering phones, cleaning, cleaning again, and cleaning some more. 

We're looking for individuals from all stages, ages, and backgrounds who are KIND, social, and not afraid of hard work!

$125000 / year

The Construction Project Manager (CPM) will be responsible for planning and overseeing the site preparation, construction, and budget of new locations and remodels. The CPM will work closely with the Chief Development Officer, Director of Architecture, Chuze construction team, and oversee general contractors to ensure high quality work, and projects are finished efficiently and on schedule.

This position requires 5x a week in-office 

Duties & Responsibilities (Includes but is not limited to):

• Collaborate with the Chief Development Officer (CDO), Director of Architecture (DOA) and the Chuze construction team on each location and have knowledge of job start dates
• Oversee and direct Construction Projects from site preparation/demolition to completion and Analyze, manage, and mitigate missed deadline risks
• Manage General Contractors and owner sub-contractors
• Prepare and manage budget per location
• Ensure quality construction standards by staying abreast of updated and emerging construction regulations while ensuring quality construction standards.
• Ensure on-site personnel are complying with building and safety regulations
• Initial Site Surveys in conjunction with CDO
• Bid jobs to General Contractors and select GC
• Finalize budget (comparing to original pro forma prepared by CDO) and communicate to the finance department in conjunction with DOA and CDO.
• Work with General Contractor on the schedule for each location
• Meet with the construction team and GC to kick off each project and present and review plans and playbooks. Review plans and clarify items with Architects and Engineers.
• Strategize with the Construction Team and GC on each city/county, set up meetings with inspectors prior to start date to determine expectations and identify issues prior to beginning the job.
• Oversee General Contractor's staging, while working with the Chuze team to ensure site compliance with lease terms.
• Visit each location at least 1 time per week (or more depending on job stage).
• Ensure General Contractor's and owner subcontractors are complying with owner mandated processes and reporting. (Daily note capture, weekly field report, 2-week look forward report).
• Work with the construction team to ensure project management software is updated.
• Communicate any issues regarding plan and engineering items to the DOA and CDO (they will update the lead architect).
• Communicate all changes to the construction playbook to the construction team for updating current and future jobs.
• Ensure General Contractor's follow processes by referencing playbooks and other design documents, specs, and instructions.
• Process and approve change orders. Communicate updated numbers to the finance department.
• Request checks for plans and other fees as needed from the finance department in a timely manner.
• Assist General Contractor with city issues and inspectors as needed per job
• Ensure General Contractor's communicate with the construction team on store opening dates(preparing for stocking, deliveries, installations, and final preparation prior to opening).
• Ensure General Contractor closes out job with Certificate of Occupancy, final punch lists, final billing, lien releases etc.
• Meet with the GC and the construction team on lessons learned/rewind meetings. Ensure that all notes, lessons learned, and updates are communicated to the Construction team for dissemination to inside resources and outside vendors.
• 50% of Required Travel 
• Other projects and duties as assigned

Ideally you will have:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 2-4 years of professional experience in Construction Management required
• Previous new and remodel construction management experience for multiple projects in multiple states is preferred
• Prior experience in fitness facility construction is preferred
• Calm under pressure
• Service based attitude
• Having extreme attention to detail
• Ability to develop and lead teams in all facets of construction  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Organized, accountable, and able to set and reach goals
• Effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail
• Capacity to receive and deliver constructive feedback
  Physical Requirements:
• Touring the club: walking and climbing stairs
• Bending, kneeling, and repetitive arm movement 
• Sitting or standing for long periods 
• Repetitive phone work
• Repetitive wrist, hand, and/or finger movements
• Typing and computer operations
• Ability to lift at least 30lbs

Chuze Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our consideration for any candidate is based solely on merit. Background checks are required for some positions.