Construction Project Manager (Restaurants/Retail)

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Covers construction, renovation, and buildout projects for new and existing concession locations.
• Serves as the primary point of contact between the Construction/Facilities Development team, general contractors, architects, engineers, vendors, and landlord or airport authority representatives.
• Tracks project schedules, milestones, and budgets, and coordinates permit applications and inspections.
• Reviews and maintains project documentation, and coordinates equipment, fixture, furniture, and signage procurement and delivery schedules.
• Supports punch list completion, final inspections, and turnover of completed locations to Operations.
• Maintains organized project files and updates project management or tracking systems.
• Communicates project status updates to internal stakeholders through regular reports and meetings.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two to four years of experience in construction project coordination, project management, or a related role, preferably within retail, restaurant, or hospitality construction.
• Working knowledge of construction methods, materials, building codes, and permitting processes.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, construction plans, and specifications.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency with project management, scheduling, and budgeting software, as well as Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively across contractors, landlords, and internal teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment in resolving field issues.
• Able to travel to project sites as needed, which may include regional or multi-state travel.
• Able to work independently while keeping leadership informed of project status and risks.
• Knowledge of airport, transportation, or other regulated-venue construction requirements is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a motor vehicle for site visits.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to walk active construction sites, stand for extended periods, use hands and fingers, and be able to handle, feel, communicate verbally, and hear.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, climb ladders or stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
• Occasionally required to lift or move up to 50 lbs, and occasionally more with assistance.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions and active construction environments, and the use of appropriate personal protective equipment.