Project Manager

Project Manager - Commercial QSR & Restaurant (Tenant Improvement)

Position Overview
We are seeking a results-driven Project Manager to lead commercial tenant improvement projects for retail, quick service restaurants (QSR) and other restaurant/hospitality clients. The role is focused on delivering projects on time, on budget and to the required quality standards while coordinating cross-functional teams, contractors and stakeholders. The ideal candidate has strong commercial construction and QSR/restaurant experience and excels at schedule and cost control, client communication and site operations coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery for commercial tenant improvement projects, with emphasis on QSR and restaurant builds.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets and cash flow forecasts; proactively manage scope changes and cost controls.
• Coordinate permitting, code compliance, inspections and closeout documentation in collaboration with consultants and authorities having jurisdiction.
• Manage contractors, subcontractors and vendorslead procurement, negotiations, contracts, RFIs and submittals; enforce quality and safety standards on site.
• Serve as primary client and stakeholder contact; provide regular project status reports, budget updates and risk mitigation plans.
• Facilitate pre-construction planning, constructability reviews and value engineering to optimize cost and schedule.
• Oversee site logistics and construction sequencing to minimize disruptions to existing operations and meet brand operational requirements for QSR/restaurant clients.
• Track and administer change orders, claims and payment applications; ensure accurate documentation for financial and audit purposes.
• Conduct regular site visits, quality inspections and punch list resolution; lead project closeout and turnover including warranties and as-built documentation.
• Mentor project team members and contribute to continuous improvement of project management processes and tools.

Qualifications

• 5 years of hands-on project management experience in commercial construction or tenant improvement projects; proven track record managing restaurant builds.
• Demonstrated knowledge of quick service restaurant operational requirements, FF&E coordination, and MEP interfaces for food service facilities.
• Proficient in project management and construction software (e.g., MS Project, Procore, Bluebeam, PlanGrid) and strong financial acumen for cost control and forecasting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to interact effectively with owners, franchisors, general contractors and municipal agencies.
• Solid understanding of permitting, building codes and inspection processes relevant to commercial food service projects.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently under tight schedules.
• Valid drivers license and willingness to travel to job sites as required.
• Preferred / nice-to-have: experience with Tenant Improvement (T.I.), Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) programs, Hospitality and Retail projects, and certifications such as PMP, CCM or OSHA 30.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary $115,000 - $145,000 DOE
• Project and company bonuses
• Truck and gas card
• 401K matching
• Health care coverage
• Dental coverage
• Paid time off

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For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This is a new role.

This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 08/11/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

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