Construction Manager

Job Title: Construction Manager 

Location: Phoenix, AZ 

At Dover Food Retail (DFR), our employees are the pillars of our success. Hence, we've created a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and dedication. From the day you join us, you'll find a rewarding work environment with substantial benefits that include: 

• On your first day, you become eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with Prescription coverage 

• We respect your need for work-life balance; hence, we offer Paid short and long-term leave disability insurance, paid vacation, and paid sick leave 

• To secure your future, we offer 401k Retirement Plan matching 

• Manage your expenses better with our Flexible Spending Account 

• Enjoy 11 Paid Holidays each year - because everyone deserves a break! 

What the Role Involves: 

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated leader to oversee our field technicians through various projects in the Construction department. This role involves managing the entire project cycle, from planning and implementation to tracking short and long-term refrigeration installation projects with clear deliverables. As a Construction Manager, you will focus on key performance objectives such as quality, safety, training, financial results, effective scheduling, and management to deliver outstanding services to our customers. 

• Lead, Train, and Manage: Guide Project Managers and Technicians to ensure projects are completed within defined timelines. 

• Administrative and Business Support: Ensure compliance with all safety and quality standards. 

• Estimation and Bidding: Assist in job bidding and job walks to support the estimation and management teams. 

• Collaboration: Work closely with Program Managers and Project Managers to successfully determine and execute project scopes of work (SOW). 

• Resource Management: Identify and allocate necessary resources (time, money, equipment) to complete projects on time and within budget. 

• Quality Reviews: Visit project sites for quality reviews, team support, progress tracking, and documentation as per customer and internal requirements. 

• Field Work: Act as a Project Manager on projects to understand the full scope of work. 

• Scheduling: Develop effective project schedules in collaboration with foremen, project managers, and project coordinators. 

• Communication: Implement communication plans to meet client reporting requirements and keep all personnel informed, fostering a positive and proactive team environment. 

• Budget Management: Develop and manage cost budgets to meet estimated margins. 

• Client Objectives: Determine client objectives and evaluation measures for project completion. 

• Subcontracting: Prequalify and hire subcontract trades and personnel to execute projects. 

• Travel: Travel to job sites for visits and documentation, approximately 30% to 40% of work time. 

• HR Partnership: Collaborate with the HR team to add resources as needed. 

• Managerial Tasks: Complete all managerial tasks assigned by Dover and other duties as required. 

Basic Qualifications:  

• Ten (10)+ years of experience in a Project Management or Foreman level position.   

• Bachelor’s Degree in technical or construction education program or 15 years of Project Management, Installation, Service experience in the Refrigeration/ HVAC industry in lieu of education.  

The Ideal Candidate: 

• Positively influence the team and others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the organization.  

• Knowledge of refrigeration installation best practices and documentation requirements.  

• Proficient in reading construction blueprints, specifications and contract documents.  

• Able to work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.  

• Able to work with large dollar amounts and be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent with the ability to draw and interpret bar graphs and tracking documents.  

• Employee will have access to Company confidential information and must be responsible enough to protect such information.  

• Capable of communicating effectively and expeditiously while maintaining professional conduct with all levels of the organization as well as third parties.  

• Knowledge of DX and CO2 refrigeration, project management, workplace safety, contractor/vendor management, customer relations, and bid development.  

• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability  

• Computer Skills – strong skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook Email) and other system applications currently being used (Maxwell, etc.). Strong work ethic, self-motivated and a professional attitude   

• Knowledge of OSHA Safety regulations  

• Adhere to Hillphoenix safety program, policies, and procedures. 

Why Choose Dover Food Retail? 

We believe in a collaborative entrepreneurial spirit and winning through our customers. We value and respect our employees, expecting results through high ethical standards, openness, and trust. Join us to be part of a company that is committed to delivering what it promises and has a reputation for quality. 

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of this job are welcome to apply. 

Embark on a fulfilling journey with DFR, where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your achievements are recognized.  

Apply today! 

Our Story:   

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What’s Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony.  

DFR is part of the Climate & Sustainable Technologies segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion.   

DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.   

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The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. 

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.