Construction Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION Summary/Objective The Construction Manager plays a critical role in achieving Teriyaki Madness’ annual and long-term growth plans.

Reporting directly to the Director of Construction, the position is primarily responsible for the delivery of the brand through the asset, driving and executing the organization’s growth plans through construction and restaurant opening.

The goal is to deliver completed projects in a timely manner while meeting development budgets and quality expectations.

This position must be a cultural leader for the brand and execute in a timely manner the growth and development goals as a building block for one of the hottest restaurant concepts in the industry.

Essential Functions * Responsible for coordinating with multiple cross-functional partners during pre-lease and design phases, to ensure site feasibility and compliance with Teriyaki Madness standards.

Perform preliminary site visits as needed.

* Responsible for performing, coordinating, and/or overseeing daily project management activities during construction and close-out phases for the expansion of Teriyaki Madness restaurants * Assist Real Estate and Design teams in the evaluation of prospective locations and provide feedback on draft Letter of Intent and/or Landlord Work Letter.

* Work with key internal stakeholders and manage the preparation of schedules for review/approval by corporate leadership.

* Prepare budgets for projects and manage progressive budgets during project execution.

Partner with RE and Design team members to validate scope or work and input data into cost projections and pro-forma.

* Partner with internal stakeholders and third-party consultants to ensure thorough due diligence is performed for projects.

* Advise design team/consultants/vendors during design development phase, on matters related to constructability, means and methods, and cost.

Bring in Contractors for additional input as needed.

* Review design documents and specifications provide feedback relative to constructability, budget, and schedule impacts.

* Manage GC Bid process, from issuing Request for Quotes, through validating/negotiating bids, obtaining required department leadership approvals for final contract award.

* Assist Design team in obtaining landlord approvals of Teriyaki Madness’ design, as required.

* Partner with Design, Architects of Record, and Expediters to ensure building and other permits required for build out are obtained.

* Coordinate the transfer of existing utility accounts, and/or if required, installation of new utility services.

* Manage day-to-day site issues as they occur during construction phase.

* Moderate regular progress meetings and perform routine site visits to ensure project goals are achieved (standard branding, quality, schedule, cost, etc), provide high-level status updates to Department and Company leadership.

* Coordinate with Training, Marketing, Operations and other stakeholder departments on any pre opening efforts, as required.

* Ensure openings are successfully executed with minimal outstanding items and oversee high quality Turnovers to Operations Team.

* Ensure all OSI items are priced and procured accordingly for individual restaurant projects, manage Vendors for project-specific needs.

* Coordinate with Operations team in scheduling delivery of loose equipment and/or goods required to commence staff training and open for operations.

* Support Operations/Facilities teams post-occupancy on significant repairs and/or renovations and ensure all construction warranty items are addressed and closed out in a timely manner.

* Review, negotiate and administer contractor and vendor contracts for projects.

* Maintain detailed files for all projects in accordance with Teriyaki Madness filing standards.

* Perform project close-out administration, including but not limited to: ensuring Entitlements for individual projects are obtained and all permits are fully closed-out, obtain a complete and accurate set of as-built drawings, with appropriate documentation in Teriyaki Madness files and/or on site as applicable.

* Build long-term relationships with restaurant development infrastructure to foster teamwork & deliver expected goals.

* Other facility and repair projects, as required.

Qualifications * College degree in relevant field required, (architecture, civil engineering, construction management), or commensurate experience.

* 7+ years of construction experience in tenant finish improvements & conversions, w/ minimum 5 years in the restaurant industry.

* Planning, scoping, and execution of restaurant builds, remodels, and conversions.

* Cross functional knowledge and management/leadership skills relative to due diligence and entitlement aspects of specific projects.

* Sound judgment * Self-starter and must be able to work autonomously * Skilled in process and project management * Excellent multi-tasking skills * Flexibility and priority planning to manage competing initiatives and requirements * Working knowledge of negotiating techniques, methods and practices.

* The ability to direct, develop and ultimately achieve results through others * Strong analytical / financial skills * Excellent written, verbal and computer skills * High-energy, results-oriented working style * Ability to work remotely, while also travel up to 50% Additional Requirements * Teriyaki Madness cultural fit and takes initiative where opportunities exist.

* Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

* Hard working, outgoing, positive and friendly attitude.

* Ability to think analytically and perform tactically as well as strategically.

* Ability to recognize problems and present solutions.

* Ability to interact effectively with customers, vendors and employees at all levels of the organization.

* Computer knowledge of Excel, Google Suite, Microsoft Office/Project and other collaboration, design and development programs * Excellent communication and follow up skills a must.

Note This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Job Type: Full-timePay: $60,000.00
– $80,000.00 per yearEducation:Associate (Preferred)Experience:Construction Experience: 7 years (Preferred)Work Location:One locationWork Remotely:Temporarily due to COVID-19