Project Manager Restaurant Construction

Job Title: Construction Project Manager Restaurant Development
Location: Houston TX

Overview:

Im working on a search for a growing veteran-owned commercial GC that builds nationally recognized restaurant brands plus fuel/convenience medical hospitality and civil/design-build work. This is a company on a real growth trajectory not just backfilling a seat. They build for national restaurant brands including Taco Bell LongHorn Steakhouse Cheddars Bojangles Panda Express IHOP Chillis and Yard House alongside fuel/convenience medical hospitality and civil/design-build work.

What you will be doing:

• Owning restaurant development projects from pre-development and design through construction and turnover to operations
• Coordinating architects civil engineers and consultants on construction plans site due diligence and permitting
• Preparing bid packages analyzing bids and supporting contractor selection and contract negotiation
• Serving as owners representative during construction regular site visits to monitor progress quality and plan adherence
• Reviewing contractor invoices pay applications lien waivers and tracking project costs
• Managing change orders and budget updates
• Running punch list inspections and closeout documentation through final turnover

What you must have:

• 3 years construction project management or assistant project management experience
• Commercial retail or restaurant construction background required
• Working understanding of construction drawings contracts and permitting
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed

Preferred:

• QSR or retail development experience
• Degree in Construction Management Engineering Architecture or related field
• Experience working directly with general contractors and subcontractors
• Experience with multi-unit restaurant/hospitality organizations such as Darden Restaurants or Dave & Busters

Other Information:

Why this role:

• Competitive salary annual bonus opportunity
• Health dental and vision benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Real advancement path within a rapidly growing veteran-owned GC
• Exposure to multi-brand restaurant development across a national portfolio

Salary/Rate Range: $90000 to $130000