Project Manager - Design and Construction

About the role

We are food travel experts, and we are passionate about bringing cool, authentic restaurants to airports that reflect a true taste of place. At SSP America, the opportunity to grow and expand is all around you.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site project manager and primary liaison for single and multi-unit airport restaurant development projects.
• Cook up and manage project scopes, budgets, cost plans, and procurement for equipment, millwork, and construction services.
• Oversee architects, engineers, general contractors, and vendors to ensure design intent and operational requirements are met.
• Build and manage detailed project schedules to support business openings and operational goals.
• Lead site meetings, progress reviews, and stakeholder communications throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor construction quality, safety, and performance standards to ensure compliance with SSP and airport requirements.
• Manage punch lists, inspections, permits, utilities, and closeout documentation for successful restaurant openings.
• Track costs, risks, and timelines while providing clear, consistent project updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement by applying best practices, resolving issues proactively, and driving efficient project outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of project management experience, with strong preference for restaurant or retail construction.
• Experience managing projects within secure or regulated environments such as commercial airports strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously across one or more locations.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders.
• Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Able to travel up to 80 percent across the U.S. and Canada and meet airport security requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States and able to pass required background and security clearances.

Benefits

• Dynamic Environment: Lead complex, high-visibility construction projects in fast-paced airport settings.
• Competitive Compensation: $125,000 – $135,000 + bonus and Health, Dental, Vision and Life Plans, Paid Time Off, 401K with company match, Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

• $125,000 – $135,000 / year + bonus eligible

Schedule

• Extensive travel across the U.S. and Canada and hands-on oversight in active airport environments.