Job Description

Direct all aspects of the construction, rebuilding, remodeling, and major maintenance of new and existing restaurants. Maintain a strong network of approved general contractors and ensure consistency among builders across the organization. Collaborate with governmental agencies (local, state, and federal), utility providers, architects, engineers, consultants, and internal stakeholders to deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with company standards.Manage all phases of construction projects from site due diligence through project closeout and turnover to operations. Oversee third-party vendors, contractors, consultants, and equipment suppliers to ensure timely scheduling, procurement, installation, and delivery.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Planning & Management

• Assess civil design, building design, geotechnical, and environmental investigations and provide cost-effective direction to consultants.
• Conduct and manage the bidding process for all assigned projects.
• Prepare, negotiate, and award construction contracts.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and critical milestones.
• Establish, monitor, and manage project budgets, forecasts, and expenditures.
• Review, negotiate, and approve change orders while maintaining budget and schedule controls.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
• Develop contingency plans to address unforeseen construction challenges.

Construction Oversight

• Conduct pre-bid and pre-construction meetings.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, and vendors to maintain project schedules.
• Visit project sites regularly to monitor progress, quality, and safety.
• Conduct quality assurance inspections.
• Perform punch list inspections through project completion.
• Coordinate project closeout activities and contractor reconciliations.
• Perform 10-month warranty inspections.
• Review and approve all contractor and vendor invoicing throughout project.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety standards, building codes, ADA requirements, environmental regulations, and health department requirements.
• Conduct periodic safety audits.
• Obtain required permits, licenses, and approvals.

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, and vendors.
• Evaluate contractor and vendor performance.
• Manage warranty obligations and repairs.
• Negotiate pricing and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Utilities & Store Openings

• Coordinate utility services and deposits.
• Partner with Operations, Facilities, IT, Procurement, Training, and Marketing teams.
• Attend restaurant openings and provide support.
• Coordinate transition from construction completion to operational ownership.

Reporting & Communication

• Prepare regular project status reports, budget updates, schedule updates, and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate project documentation.

Facilities Support

• Manage major maintenance projects, capital improvements, and catastrophic damage restoration projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Associate degree or higher preferred in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or related field.
• Equivalent experience in above fields may be considered.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of construction management experience.
• Restaurant, retail, hospitality, or multi-site commercial construction experience preferred.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of construction methods, budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls.
• Knowledge of permitting, building codes, OSHA, ADA, and health department requirements.
• Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Technology Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Procore, Buildertrend, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar software preferred.

Physical Requirements & Travel

• Ability to visit active construction sites including climbing for roof inspections
• Travel required up to 90%.
• Valid driver’s license required.