Project Manager - Bespoke Restaurants

Key Responsibilities

• Manage high-end restaurant construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, procurement plans, and cost forecasts.
• Cook up coordination with architects, interior designers, kitchen consultants, engineers, specialty contractors, and vendors.
• Work closely with the Superintendent to coordinate field operations and maintain schedule performance.
• Coordinate complex MEP, kitchen equipment, millwork, finishes, lighting, and specialty installations.
• Manage long-lead and custom materials to ensure timely procurement and delivery.
• Maintain strong relationships with owners, restaurateurs, designers, and project stakeholders.
• Monitor project costs and identify potential budget and schedule risks.
• Lead project meetings and provide clear progress reporting to clients and senior leadership.
• Ensure exceptional quality control and attention to detail throughout construction.
• Manage inspections, punch list, commissioning, and final project turnover.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Project Management experience with a General Contractor.
• Experience delivering high-end restaurant, hospitality, luxury retail, or similarly detailed commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction, MEP coordination, finishes, millwork, and specialty installations.
• Experience managing demanding clients, designers, architects, and specialty subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, scheduling, procurement, contracts, and change management.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, or similar construction software.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.