7-Eleven · 1 day ago
Value Engineering Manager
Irving, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years exp7-Eleven is a convenience store chain seeking a Value Engineering Manager to maximize the value return and quality of new store build specifications while minimizing costs. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to analyze design and construction processes, conducting value engineering studies, and leading initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Food and BeverageRetail
Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze store design, construction processes, and cost structures to identify opportunities for value improvement
Develop and implement strategies for cost reduction, improved efficiency, and increased value throughout the development lifecycle
Conduct value engineering studies to optimize design, materials, and processes while maintaining quality and operational store performance
Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing, suppliers and vendors to negotiate pricing, evaluate alternative solutions, and drive continuous improvement in store prototype
Seek feedback from Developers and General Contractors on opportunities to reduce costs, reduce construction timeline, and increase speed of store opening
Responsible for facilitating value engineering initiatives through the Change Request (CR) process with the Prototype Management team
Work closely with Design Review process of construction drawings that are submitted to the A&E Design team, which involves the review and commentary on design and engineering documentation to assure compliance with updated prototype design intent
Ensuring that value engineering activities comply with industry standards and regulations
Engage other leaders in Development (e.g., Entitlements, Construction, Real Estate, Engineering, Design, etc.) in resolving site adapt exception request build standards based on established spec alternatives
Participation in review, comment and approval/rejection of exception requests
Qualification
Required
Bachelors/4 Yr Degree
8+ years of relevant work experience
2+ years of management experience
Proven experience in value engineering or cost management within the construction industry
Ability to analyze complex data, identify cost-saving opportunities, and evaluate potential solutions
Experience in cost estimating, budgeting, and contract negotiation
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively
Understanding of construction methods, materials, and industry standards
Experience with the use of industry standard design software such as AutoCAD, Revit Adobe Creative Suite, Blue Beam Revu as well as office related software such as MS Projects, Excel and Word, etc
Excellent communication skills and the ability to present findings clearly to various stakeholders
Strong organizational and collaborative skills while coordinating and working cross-functionally with multiple disciplines and stakeholders, presenting positions even in challenging circumstances whilst maintaining professional decorum, and leadership principles as a role model for others
Leadership capabilities, demonstrating the ability to provide direction and guidance to more junior internal design staff, including the assumption of some supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the immediate manager
Preferred
Licensed Architect
Knowledge of convenience store and petroleum facility design and operations
Company
7-Eleven
7-Eleven is a convenience retailer store with retails of food and beverage. It is a sub-organization of Seven & I Holding.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3M2023-07-17Undisclosed· $3M
1998-02-04IPO
Leadership Team
Douglas Rosencrans
Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
Stanley Reynolds
President
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