Construction Project Manager

Darden Concepts - Orlando, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Orlando, FL

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of remodel and new construction projects, including managing the bid process, supervising contractors, and ensuring a smooth transition of new restaurants to operations. This role also involves managing the warranty period after the restaurant opening.

Responsibilities

• Participate with Director of Construction in developing budgets for all remodel and new construction projects.
• Review Contract Documents for accuracy and adherence to concept standards.
• Manage bid process for general contractors, including assembly of bid documents, management of the bid period, analysis of bids, management of approval process, bid award, and issuance of contracts.
• Supervise general contractors and all direct Darden vendors, including management of schedule updates from the general contractor, and updating and coordination as required with Operations.
• Manage the turnover process of the new restaurants from Construction to Operations, including development and management of the punch list, transference of warranty and maintenance manuals, communication of essential restaurant maintenance procedures, etc.
• Manage the Warranty Period of one year after the restaurant opening date.

Requirements

• 5-7 years experience in project management on multiple projects.
• Working knowledge of processes and procedures for construction administration, including CPM scheduling, cost reporting, payment application process, and project status reporting.
• Experience working with multi-unit restaurant chains desirable.

Nice-to-haves

• Professional registrations, such as license to practice Architecture, General Contractor's License, PE, etc., a plus.
• Experience working with multi-unit restaurant chains desirable.