The Construction Project Manager ensures all Saxbys cafe construction projects are completed on time, on budget, and in a collaborative manner that satisfies all stakeholders. This role serves as the bridge between design, construction, and operations teams to ensure alignment with and advocacy for Saxbys construction standards and mission while delivering exceptional cafe environments.
Who You Will Supervise
- Project Management: Manage the complete construction lifecycle from pre-construction capital estimates through project closeout, including bid processes, schedule management, and stakeholder coordination to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery.
- Technical Expertise: Serve as the subject matter expert on Saxbys equipment packages, reviewing shop drawings, RFIs, and submittals while fielding equipment-related questions from engineers, architects, contractors, and installers.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct regular site visits, create punch lists, manage project closeouts, and collaborate with Product, Accounting, and Operations teams to complete health department requirements and ensure successful cafe turnovers.
- Vendor Relations: Build and maintain relationships with preferred vendors for owner-supplied FF&E and finishes while identifying opportunities to improve project efficiencies, reduce costs, and optimize timelines.
- Renovation & Repair Management: Lead end-to-end management of cafe renovation projects and large-scale repair initiatives that arise across the portfolio.
Who You Will Support
- Project Architect: Collaborate on pre-construction capital estimates, value engineering projects, and strategic construction initiatives.
- Operations Team: Partner to ensure successful cafe turnovers that match communicated expectations and support operational readiness.
- Product Team: Collaborate on health department punch lists and equipment specifications to ensure compliance and functionality.
- Accounting Team: Work together on project budgets, vendor payments, and financial reporting for construction initiatives.
Who You Will Supervise
None
What Success Looks Like
- 95%+ of projects completed on time and within budget
- Zero health department delays at cafe openings
- All equipment installations meet Saxbys specifications on first inspection
- Master project schedules maintained with 100% accuracy and timely communication of changes
- Successful cafe turnovers with Operations team satisfaction ratings of 4.5+ out of 5
Where You Excel
- Project Management: Expertly coordinate multiple stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables while maintaining quality standards
- Technical Problem Solving: Quickly diagnose and resolve construction and equipment challenges with innovative solutions
- Stakeholder Communication: Build strong relationships across internal teams and external partners through clear, proactive communication
- Quality Control Enforcement: Maintain rigorous standards and attention to detail throughout all project phases
What You Have Done
- 3+ years of experience in construction management or architecture
- Construction experience in food & beverage industry preferred
- Demonstrated success managing multiple concurrent projects from inception to completion
- Experience with project management software (Procore, Monday.com, Airtable, Gantt charts preferred)
- Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget
- Working knowledge of construction techniques, terminology and documentation.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, or related field
What is Required
- Support, exhibit, and promote Saxbys Mission and Core Values in all daily activities
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
- Valid driver's license
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Physical requirements:
- Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
- Able to stoop and kneel
- Push, pull, lift or carry up to 35 lbs
- Ascend or descend ladders, stairs, ramps