As an integral part of the development of the Chicken Salad Chick brand, the construction project manager position is a critical role in the development of new restaurant growth, both franchise and company-owned across the country.
There are daily opportunities and expectations to fulfill the brand purpose: Spread Joy, Enrich Lives, Serve Others.
Applicants should have a passion for taking on new projects and
Assist in real estate preliminary floor plan analysis and development planning
Assist in yearly budgeting for development and brand growth
Manage construction project administration and coordinate with design firms
Facilitate plan review and permitting
Analyze and modify shell building and build out plans
Ensure compliance with brand standards
Solicit and analyze construction project pricing
Provide insight into estimated development costs and timelines
Foster relationships with design teams and general contractor/ subcontractor networks in multiple regions
Coordinate with other departments during the new restaurant opening process
Initiate design of building and directional signage packages
Coordinate, schedule and commission brand vendors
Lead and support franchise owner groups through the construction process to prepare for opening
Schedule several trips per month and perform job progress visits, new site evaluations, and/or project completion walkthroughs
Provide daily and weekly communication and reporting to the development team and other departments on overall schedule progress, potential delays and any changes in logistics
Assist operations with smaller renovation projects and maintenance issues
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering related fields
Minimum 4 years experience in construction, development planning or construction management
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams
Experience with plan review and permitting
Knowledge of project planning, scheduling and completion
Knowledge of project administration and closeout
Preferred Skills
AutoCAD or Revit program
Experience with Bluebeam REVU
Experience with multiple, simultaneous construction projects
Knowledge of restaurant franchise development and operations
Familiarity with facilities maintenance management
Experience with leases, exhibits and amendments
Experience with SmartSheets