Construction Project Manager

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Construction Project Manager manages and leads a team of designers, project managers, and support staff, providing guidance, training, and mentorship, and oversee multiple construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.

In addition, the role involves incorporating direction from the head office (Korea) Interior team and senior leadership to define and drive the direction of the work.

JOB DUTIES include but are not limited to the following:

• Manage and oversee the team’s performance and workflow
• Take responsibility for the overall planning and execution of construction projects
• Overall project schedule management and reports for the region to Sr. Manager
• Collaborate with and guide franchisees and stakeholders on the design and construction process of Tours Les Jours
• Support Tours Les Jours Bakery growth by helping and influencing franchisees, driving Tours Les Jours Bakery openings in a timely manner and of the highest quality
• Manage and oversee the Regional Tours Les Jours development process, for new builds and remodels, from planning & design to construction and post construction
• Timely completion of the Tours Les Jours Bakeries, ensuring strong brand awareness and compliance
• Order and review the equipment and furniture necessary for setting up the Tours Les Jours Bakeries
• Coordinate and manage delivery and installation schedules of FF&E in collaboration with suppliers
• Conduct site reviews and supervision to ensure construction quality meets standards
• Resolve issues arising during the construction process and identify and manage risks that may affect project progress
• Proactively identify and implement solutions to optimize store development timelines
• Track, manage, and report costs associated with FF&E purchases for budget and expense management.
• Propose updates and improvements to optimize the Tours Les Jours development process when necessary
• Identify potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions and cost overruns
• Review final documents to ensure compliance with Tours Les Jours requirements
• Ensure construction quality and FOH & BOH design/brand compliance
• Modify and update Tours Les Jours construction manuals and project plans as needed
• Recommend alternate/innovative suppliers for materials, FF&E
• Recommend new brand standards and manual & SOP updates for both FOH & BOH
   

COMPETENCIES 

• A driven, motivated, and cooperative attitude
• Solid understanding of construction materials, processes, and details
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills
• Proactive and solution-oriented; self-starter with propensity for action
• Proficiency with Excel, Power Point, and Visio

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Construction Management (CM)
• Minimum 7 years of directly related experience on F&B construction management 
• Franchise brand experience preferred
• Professional proficiency in English language (spoken and written; Korean language proficiency is a plus)
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills are crucial
• Proficiency in construction project management software, knowledge of construction industry best practices, and an understanding of relevant building codes and regulations
• Able to travel nationwide for onsite construction management & coordination