Construction Manager - New Restaurant Openings (Remote)

1w1 week ago

Inspire

California, US · Full-time · $90,628 – $177,898

About this role

The Construction Manager ensures progress of new restaurant franchise projects from site selection to opening. Provides guidance and support to franchisees, manages outside vendors, validates cost and quality, and reports status to internal partners. Collaborates with real estate, design, procurement, operations, and technology teams.

Directs multiple construction projects including planning, budgeting, FF&E, execution, vendor selection and management, quality control, and resource management. Acts as company liaison to franchisees, contractors, and vendors to maintain schedules and accountability. Tracks project timelines using Inspire Brands development systems.

Supports franchisees with project costs, LL Work Letter, LOI obligations, and risk assessments. Ensures adherence to brand-specific design and construction standards through proactive issue identification. Communicates with Operations, Real Estate, Architecture, IT, and Construction Support teams.

Participates in brand leadership meetings, franchising discussions, and construction SIP meetings for updates and milestones. Handles special projects with department and brand leadership. Works remotely in the Western US market.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business Administration preferred
5-10 years’ experience in general construction (non-residential) and construction project management
10 years of experience in restaurant/retail construction management in a franchise organization preferred
Experienced in project management (construction)
Detailed knowledge of supporting technology, budgeting, estimating, scheduling

Responsibilities

Direct and lead multiple construction projects: project management, planning, budgeting, FF&E, execution, vendor selection/management, quality control, resource management
Act as company liaison to franchisees, contractors, and vendors to keep them on schedule and hold accountable
Provide guidance and support to franchisees on project specific costs, LL Work Letter, and LOI obligations
Manage all project schedules by tracking based on defined timelines and updating Inspire Brands development tracking systems
Ensure quality control and adherence to brand specific design and construction standards
Participate in brand leadership team meetings with Operations, Franchising, and Real Estate
Participate in construction SIP meetings to ensure up-to-date data and milestone achievement
Handle special projects assigned by department leadership