Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. 

Sr. Project manager, Construction and Store Execution

Role

The incumbent will be responsible for handling all aspects of the project, that is, the preparatory work for the construction, the base building, the layout of new stores and renovated stores, as well as timelines, quality and costs for all banners under Loblaw, Shoppers Drug Mart and Pharmaprix.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for management of the entire project, site work and base building and fixturing of new and renovated stores including schedules, quality standards and costs.
• Ensure that the store is clean and has a safe environment for our employees & customers
• Monitor critical path items for compliance and surface exceptions and non-compliant activities to senior management.
• Ensure Loss Prevention programs are adhered to.
• Prepare preliminary and final construction budgets and phasing plans for renovations and new stores.
• Interact with Senior management and operations in implementing their needs and requests
• Review, order and handle all equipment to ensure layouts are respected.
• Ensure tender documents are complete, clear and concise to allow for competitive pricing of projects
• Effectively connect with contractor, sub-trades, suppliers and consultants to ensure they are working in an effective manner
• Monitor schedules; resolve delays
• Schedule all aspects of the project, including coordination with fixturing, set-up manager
• Ensure projects are coordinated in an organized manner, allowing for operational activities to continue with minimal disruption and minimal customer inconvenience
• Ensure construction/renovation projects run efficiently, contractors meet timeliness and equipment arrives on site when required

Role Requirements:

• Post- secondary education (Construction/Project Management preferred, Engineer)
• experience in retail project management/merchandising and construction an asset
• Confirmed negotiating skills
• Knowledge of computer systems (Microsoft Office) with the skills to learn new programs
• Autonomous
• Experience with SAP systems an asset
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Flexible hours
• Operational knowledge and experience is an asset
• Must be fully bilingual in French/English, both verbal and written
• Must be flexible to travel between the Quebec and Atlantic regions.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.  
 
Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.