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GROWING OUR DEVELOPMENT TEAM AGAIN! WE ARE SEEKING A
RESTAURANT CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER.
Job Summary
The Restaurant Construction Project Manager will plan and supervise a wide range of construction and facility projects from start to finish. In this role, you will organize and oversee development department project management, remodel and ground up construction projects and ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Work within the Development Department responsible for supporting the VP of Real Estate and the Director of Construction with multi-disciplinary, cross-functional tasks such as: Vendor Management, Health & Business Licensing, Utility set-up, Construction Coordination & Close-Out, Tenant Improvement Allowance collection
Manage and generate JNN Certificates of Insurance ( COI ) for requesting parties such as contractors, vendors and landlords relating to construction and new site development.
Manage contractors and vendor s COIS, verify limits, and additionally insured language and expiration dates of coverage and obtain new COIS from contractors and vendors upon COI expiration.
Maintain relationships with Suppliers/Vendors, and source new Vendors/Supplier as necessary to control costs, ensure quality, and meet strategic business objectives.
Perform regular cost analysis and industry benchmarking on OSI items and implement improvements to better align with department financial targets.
Partner with department leadership to ensure all National contracts adhere to industry best practices, including OSI Vendors, GC s, and Design Consultants.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, and create proposals to implement change.
Assist in negotiating master service agreements with Contractors/Vendors/Consultants to meet long-term business needs. Partner with Jim N Nick s Procurement team to ensure consistency and alignment with company standards.
Create protocols for pipeline communication to external vendors. Partner with vendors to identify opportunities for economies of scale and related cost savings to the business.
Create detailed cost projection modeling tool, refine models as new data is collected.
Support Construction Managers in the preparation of project budgets, present to Department Leadership and Executive Team for final approval.
Partner with third-party consultants to ensure thorough due diligence protocols are in place and carried out for all projects.
Essential Job Functions
Manage restaurant remodel and conversion projects.
Assist in GC Bid process, provide input to construction managers during review and negotiation.
Serve as point of contact to Landlords during preliminary project phases, and for escalation of issues, as needed.
Assist with restaurant facilities department as needed.
Support Operations/Facilities teams post-occupancy on roll-out and retrofit programs.
Oversee Tenant Improvement Allowance collection, partner with Finance and Real Estate to ensure TI is collected in a timely manner.
Evaluate cross-functional and vendor deliverables and collaborate with teams to develop improved process, planning/tracking documents and communication protocols.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement. Turn information gathered into results that influence current processes or recommend new/improved initiatives that drive results.
Strengthen existing Vendor partnerships by providing ongoing performance feedback and identify opportunities for improvement and increased efficiency.
Maintain detailed files for all projects in accordance with Jim N Nick s filing standards.
Qualifications
4-year Bachelor s degree or higher in a Development-related field such as Construction is preferred.
Certification in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Purchasing a plus.
Minimum 10 years of post-collegiate experience in a related industry.
Minimum 5 years working for a restaurant company in Procurement and Construction.
Experience in restaurant build-outs, with technical and practical knowledge of all building systems.
Experience managing multiple construction projects simultaneously and overseeing the execution of a rapid high-growth portfolio.
Demonstrated ability to manage general contractors, specialty vendors, and other professionals providing services for construction projects, on both a per-project and national agreement level.
Knowledge of all project documents, including LL work letters, Lease terms, construction documents, specifications, GC contracts, purchase orders, standard daily correspondence forms, submittals, RFI s.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Project and Excel.
Experience using cloud-based Project Management Platforms.
Proficiency with AutoCAD/REVIT a plus.
Ability to travel up to 75%.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Experience supporting and managing multiple large projects.
Understanding and knowledge of building codes, zoning regulations, and approval process.
Highly organized and detail driven.
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to adapt and learn quickly.
Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.
Proficient in ClickUp or other project management software is preferred.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
Disclaimer
This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, team member development and compensation. As such, the incumbent may perform other duties and responsibilities as required.