Director of Engineering & Construction at cumberlandfarmsinc

Are you curious about solving complex business challenges for a leading convenience retailer?  Do you have a passion for cross functional collaboration?  Then you may be the perfect addition to our team! 

EG America is one of the fastest-growing convenience store retailers in the United States, committed to becoming America’s #1 ‘one-stop’ destination. The business has an established pedigree of delivering excellent fuel, grocery and merchandise, and food service. Headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts, our Company has grown to over 1,500+ locations across the United States employing over 18,000 team members.  You can find us operating under the following store banners: Certified Oil, Cumberland Farms, Fastrac, Kwik Shop, Loaf N Jug, Minit Mart, Sprint Food Stores, Tom Thumb, Turkey Hill, and Quik Stop. Our headquarters in Westborough, MA is home to our Store Support Center, Company Warehouse, and Culinary Center.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Wages
• Work today, get paid tomorrow through our earned wage access program*
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Health/Dental Coverage
• 401K with Company Match
• Team Member Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account
• Company Spirit Days
• Employee recognition and awards
• And much more!

Position Summary: The Director of Engineering & Construction has responsibility the execution of the planning, design, budgeting, construction, and closeout of all Capital Development projects and programs, whether new construction, raze and rebuilds, renovation, or expansion, as well as leading a team of Project Managers in support of the company’s strategic plan for current and future operations.

Responsibilities: The Director of Engineering & Construction manages all facets of construction projects from the initial conception through completion. Core responsibilities include: 

• Direct the activities of a team of Project Managers that oversee construction projects from initial engineering and entitlement through bidding, construction, closeout, and transition to operations and facilities maintenance
• Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Provide technical leadership to all engineering and development areas and coordinate with architects, engineers, and other construction and building specialists.
• Establish and manage detailed project budgets and schedules to track expenditures, ensure financial accountability, and execute all development related activities in a timely fashion and in compliance with established timelines.
• Implement various operations through proper coordination and control of planning, design, estimating, contracting, and construction in the entire process.
• Ensure the use of quality construction standards and proper techniques.
• Assure project documentation is captured and maintained to ensure all projects adhere to established conditions and documentation requirements.

Working Relationships: Operations and Marketing (retail, petroleum, brands, etc.), IT, Finance, Law, and Real Estate, leadership Support Team, external engineers, architects, attorneys and consultants, and outside manufacturers, vendors, and suppliers.

Minimum Education: An Engineering degree or other relevant degree or experience is required along with fifteen or more years of successful experience. An MBA is desirable.

Minimum Experience:

Preferred Experience: Fifteen or more years of successful experience.

Licenses/Certifications:

Soft Skills: · Requires excellent communications, consulting and influencing skills. · Strong intellect, exceptional leadership skills, and business savvy.
 

Other:
Scheduling This position is full-time salary position and primarily works days, however, may at times need to work a variety of hours depending on business needs (days, nights, weekends & Holidays). 

Travel As needed for site visits, hearings, etc. 

Hours & Conditions: 40-50 hours Monday-Friday

Physical Requirements:  Ability to maneuver and regularly lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Ability to stand/walk 8 hours a day; reach overhead, bend, squat, twist, reach, grasp and grip and work in cooler (cold temperatures). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

At EG America, it’s important that our employees reflect the world we live in and the communities we serve. We celebrate our differences, so your unique background and skillset could bring a wonderful new perspective to our team. If you have a passion for delivering exceptional results, thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment, and bring experience in business management or related areas, we'd love to meet you - even if you don't meet every single requirement.