Director - Construction

Family Dollar • Chesapeake, VA • 3d ago

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Position Summary:

Family Dollar is seeking a highly driven and experienced Director of Construction to lead the execution of our nationwide retail construction initiatives. This leadership role involves overseeing a team of project managers and driving operational excellence in construction delivery across an extensive portfolio of projects.

This role is critical in delivering cost-effective, timely, and high-quality store environments in support of Family Dollar's broader strategic objectives. The Director will be responsible for aligning construction execution with corporate priorities, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring compliance with all relevant building codes, safety standards, and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy

· Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all construction projects, including new builds, remodels, and special projects.

· Lead and develop a high-performing construction team; manage performance, coach for development, and drive accountability.

· Serve as the escalation point for complex project issues and facilitate resolutions with internal and external stakeholders.

Construction Execution

· Ensure all construction projects are executed on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

· Oversee construction schedules and workflows for a portfolio of simultaneous projects across multiple geographies.

· Partner with Architecture, Portfolio, Facilities, Operations, and Real Estate to ensure alignment and cross-functional coordination.

Financial Management

· Develop and manage construction budgets at both project and portfolio levels.

· Monitor expenditures, manage cost controls, and identify savings and process efficiencies opportunities.

· Support project forecasting and capital planning processes in collaboration with Finance.

Compliance & Safety

· Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local building codes and OSHA safety standards.

· Champion jobsite safety and promote a culture of continuous improvement in construction practices and risk mitigation.

Vendor & Stakeholder Engagement

· Build relationships with general contractors, architects, engineers, and permitting agencies.

· Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Store Operations, Legal, and Merchandising, to meet business needs.

Qualifications:

· 10+ years of progressive experience in commercial retail construction management, including multi-site programs.

· 5+ years in a leadership role overseeing project management teams.

· Proven ability to manage large-scale capital construction programs with national reach.

· Deep knowledge of construction processes, permitting, scheduling, budgeting, and trade coordination.

· Familiarity with AIA (American Institute of Architects) contract documents and CSI (Construction Specifications Institute) formats is required.

· Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

· Proficient with construction management software and Microsoft Office tools; experience with NetSuite or Monday.com is a plus.

· A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field is preferred.

Additional Information

This role requires 20% travel to project sites and may involve work outside standard business hours. The role will operate with high independence and be expected to drive projects to completion with limited oversight.

Family Dollar is an equal opportunity employer and committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We are committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Full time

510 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320

Construction & Design

Family Dollar

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