Construction Manager (Reimage) - Church's Chicken : Job Details

Church's Texas ChickenEmployee Job DescriptionJob Title: Construction ManagerReports To: Director, Construction & DesignDepartment: Development Location: RemoteRevised: September 2024Job Summary:The Construction Manager provides support for the development of new restaurants, remodels, reimages and special construction projects. Construction Manager manages the workflow from a project control perspective beginning with due diligence, budgeting, bidding, contracting, payment and reconciliation and project close-out in alignment with departmental process and procedures. The Construction Manager role requires interaction with multiple groups, both inside and outside the department, and requires strong verbal and written communication skills. The Construction Manager works as part of the Development team and has a direct interface with Sr. Construction Manager, general and specialty contractors, vendors/suppliers, utility companies and governing municipalities. The Construction Manager workflow includes direct interface with accounting, legal, real estate, development administrators and the design and image groups.Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Serve as advisor to franchisees and their consultants during construction of new restaurants, conversion of alternate use spaces and remodels. Scope of CM's role for franchisees projects starts at site selection and includes assessing feasibility of proposed site from a construction perspective; advising on hiring Church's qualified architects, engineers, and general contractors; conducting planning and preconstruction meetings; construction inspection site visits; and communicating project status to all stakeholders.
• Protect brand image and standards through site visits and photographic reviews. Communicate standards through construction manuals, prototype design sets and materials specifications.
• Oversee construction, alterations, and remodels of company assets. Oversight will include scope and budget preparation and supervising consultants' work. Scope of CM's role for corporate projects starts at site selection and includes assessing feasibility of proposed site from a construction perspective; permitting, qualifying and hiring architects, engineers and general contractors; construction inspection site visits; budget and schedule monitoring; FF&E procurement; and communicating project status to all stake holders.
• Other tasks may include ad hoc corporate projects, office remodels, and scopes of work, lease exhibits, presentations at zoning or other hearings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements (Education, Qualifications, Experience):

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to construction (i.e., engineering, architecture, construction
• 5-10 years' experience as a Project Controller or similar role required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in construction with emphasis in complex, fast- track, or phased project delivery.
• Understanding of Restaurant Development Process.
• Time management with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and handle significant workload with a high degree of autonomy.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, invoice processing, accounting, and project reconciliations.
• Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects with changing criteria and priorities.
• High degree of demonstrated organizational skills and problem-solving ability, specifically the ability to access resources inside and outside of the company.
• Respect for details and the ability to execute at a high level with significant independence.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks to achieve both corporate and project goals.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; scheduling software such as MS Project, Primavera, LEED accreditation a plus.
• Available to travel up to 30% Domestic Travel is a MUST

Competencies:

• Critical Thinking -Defines and resolves a situation or problem by analyzing issues involved, weighing options, and evaluating alternatives; maintains objective attitude; approaches situations and problems systematically; uses observation, experience, reflection, and/or reasoning to drive business forward.

• Influencing Others -Convinces and persuades others in either positive or negative circumstances to accomplish goals and objectives; responds to objections successfully; uses tact when expressing ideas or opinions.

• Initiative -Acts proactively; addresses issues or opportunities without supervision; focuses on desired results and accomplishments; demonstrates clear purpose, enthusiasm, and a can-do attitude.

• Innovative and Creative -Looks for ways to improve oneself, the job, the project, the system, and the organization; challenges conventional practices, generates new ideas to create novel solutions to problems.

• Managing Execution -Manages multiple projects and effectively prioritizes tasks and goals; uses goals to guide actions and create detailed action plans; organizes and schedules people and tasks; utilizes resources effectively to meet goals.

• Negotiating -Presents issues or ideas in a clear and influential manner; maintains an open-minded and non-judgmental attitude; listens to others' views and empathizes.

• Relationship Management -Initiates and develops relationships with others; demonstrates credibility; confronts conflict quickly and professionally; inspires confidence in others.

Physical Requirements:Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.1. If you're hungry for a career that's fun, fast-paced and loaded with opportunity, then you've come to the right place. At Church's®, we're not your typical quick service restaurant. We make real comfort food that makes a difference in peoples' lives. And for over 60 years, our restaurant has been a place where hard-working people can get ahead and go on to do amazing things by serving others.2. Church's Chicken is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes hiring and employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.