Special Project Manager (Chesapeake)

The Special Projects Manager will lead the execution of specialized, high-priority construction and facility enhancement projects within Family Dollars portfolio. This role requires end-to-end project management responsibility for initiatives that often fall outside typical programs due to their complexity, urgency, or strategic significance. These projects will include new store development, remodels, expansions, and infrastructure upgrades. This position demands a highly adaptable leader with hands-on expertise in construction management, stakeholder coordination, and strategic execution.

Key Responsibilities :

Project Planning & Execution

• Develop and manage detailed project schedules (using Gantt charts or CPM tools), scopes, and budgets for special initiatives.
• Lead site selection assessments, permitting, pre-construction planning, and execution through to final turnover.
• Coordinate with internal departments (Facilities, Operations, Legal, Finance) and external contractors, vendors, landlords, and developers.

Construction Oversight

Cost & Scope Management

Stakeholder Communication

Risk & Issue Resolution

Documentation & Reporting

Compliance & Standards

Qualifications :

Education & Experience

Skills & Competencies

Additional Information

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