Job Details

Are you eager to tackle challenging business problems for a top convenience retailer? Do you excel in fostering collaboration across diverse teams? If so, you might be the ideal candidate for our team!

EG America, one of the fastest-growing convenience store retailers in the U.S., is dedicated to becoming America's top one-stop destination. We take pride in providing excellent fuel, groceries, merchandise, and food service. Our company, based in Westborough, Massachusetts, has expanded to over 1,500 locations nationwide, employing more than 18,000 team members. You can find us operating under various store banners, including 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 is home to our Store Support Center, Company Warehouse, and Culinary Center.

What We Offer:

• Attractive Salaries
• Work today, get paid tomorrow with our earned wage access program*
• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical/Health/Dental Coverage
• 401K with Company Match
• Employee Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account
• Company Spirit Days
• Acknowledgment and awards for outstanding employees
• And much more!

Position Summary:

As the Development Project Leader, you will take ownership of assigned projects from initiation to construction completion, ensuring alignment with project scope, schedule, and budget. You will liaise with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of projects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Collaboration: Foster and exemplify cross-functional and external collaboration to efficiently execute projects that align with EG America's goals.

2. Initial Design & Plan Review: Work closely with consultants on initial designs, providing critical feedback that aligns with EG America's intent.

3. Entitlements: Coordinate with consultants on entitlements required for projects, representing EG America at public meetings when necessary.

4. Permitting: Oversee the coordination of all permit submissions needed for construction to proceed.

5. Construction Administration: Manage all activities related to construction bidding, general contractor selection, construction schedules, vendor payments, budgets, and closeout. Travel to job sites as needed.

6. Overall Project Management: Implement best project management practices to establish accurate budgets, develop project scope, and ensure projects are completed on schedule.

Working Relationships: Collaborate with Field Leaders, Design Professionals, General Contractors, Subcontractors, Equipment Vendors, Local/State Agencies, and EG America Store Support Center personnel.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field.

Preferred Education:

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management with additional certifications or graduate coursework, such as PMP or Graduate Certificates.

Minimum Experience:

5 years of Capital Retail Development experience in design, entitlements, permitting, and construction.

Preferred Experience:

7 years of Capital Retail Development experience in the C-Store/Petroleum sector, with expertise in program management, design, entitlements, permitting, and construction disciplines.

Licenses/Certifications:

No specific licenses or certifications required.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong communication abilities
• Detail-oriented and process-focused

Other Requirements:

Travel: Up to 50% travel may be required, depending on geographic location. A clean driving record is necessary.

Hours & Conditions: Typically Monday to Friday for 8 hours/day during standard business hours, with occasional weekend work for events or urgent matters.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift and move items up to 40 pounds occasionally, stand/walk for 8 hours a day, and work in cooler temperatures. The usual noise level in the work environment is moderate.

At EG America, we value diversity and strive to reflect the communities we serve. We appreciate unique backgrounds and skillsets that provide fresh perspectives to our team. If you are driven to achieve exceptional results, thrive in a dynamic corporate environment, and have experience in business management or related fields, we would love to meet you—even if you don't meet every single requirement.