Position Overview:

The Construction Manageroversees and coordinates the planning, designing, budgeting, construction, remodeling and delivering Caribou stores within assigned markets or regions.

To be successful in this role, this individual recognizes their importance to delivering successful execution and delivery of the new store openings and major remodels, by way of delivering on time, on budget and adhering to the brand standards and objectives.

DOING - What you deliver | Core Responsibilities

New Store Project Management

• General Contractor search and selection.

• General Contract bidding, negotiating, and executing.

• Contract management and administration.

• Control and management of project scheduling.

• Effective schedule communication to internal and external sources.

• Manage Landlord relationship prior and for the duration of the construction process.

Budget Management

• Produce preliminary budgets upon request from Real Estate Managers.

• Produce and signoff on store investment budget prior to senior management submittal.

• Manage budgets to assure project costs are below approved project budgets.

New Store and Concept Design Management

• Be a catalyst to the further development and execution of the store concept.

• Identify/test new materials and designs in an effort to decrease store development costs.

• Participate in cost engineering studies to reduce the cost of store buildouts.

Due Diligence, Feasibility, Real Estate

• Provide site review and physical feasibility support to Real Estate Managers.

• Point of responsibility for all permits: signage, municipal, building health, etc.

• Review all landlord/tenant work letters prior to execution.

Remodels, Franchise, Operations Support

• Manage major store remodeling projects and other initiatives.

• Assist in development and execution of store remodeling programs.

• Provide regular site visits to evaluate construction progress and status and answer any questions for Franchise partners within assigned markets or regions.

• Act as a resource to store operations and facilities management to assist in store repair and maintenance needs.

Management and Administrative

• Assist in developing and implementing store development programs and procedures.

• Assist in educating new Real Estate Managers for landlord/tenant work letter requirements.

BEING - How you show up | Skills and Qualifications

• Highly motivated, self-directed, and results driven.

• Demonstrates the ability to solve problems, think critically, and make timely decisions.

• Results driven, proven sense of urgency, and demonstrates strong initiative towards business needs.

• Skilled in working with cross-functional teams to create results, resolution of issues and alignment across the organization.

• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.

• Possesses a curious and engaging communication style rooted in a desire to understand others and cocreate solutions.

• Ability to inspire creative solutions, problem solve and thrive in an ambiguous environment.

• Ability to gain trust and effectively listen to cross-function teams and all levels of leadership.

• Successfully managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management.

• 5 years of project management experience working for a combination of general contractors, developers, and retailers.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements for this position include sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements must be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodation.

The duties of this position may change from time to time. Caribou reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Caribou or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Caribou Coffee Operating Company, Inc. and itsaffiliatesare proud to be Equal Opportunity Employersto all applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.