What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Development (Construction) position at Focus Brands?
Description
The Director, Development is responsible for overseeing the development process for new GoTo Foods restaurant locations to ensure that the Brand's building and operating standards are properly implemented. This position collaborates across multiple stakeholders (Brand marketing, Operations, and Training; Focus Brand Technical services; Brand Design, Architects, Real Estate, Franchisees, and Contractors and vendors) to provide input on new development planned, and to monitor and adjust all construction projects to ensure projects achieve timelines, cost projections and successful openings. The Director provides real time project updates and status reports to all stakeholders.
Qualifications
Education
Scroll down the page to see all associated job requirements, and any responsibilities successful candidates can expect.
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (Required)
Work Experience
8 years' relevant work experience (e.g., restaurants development and / or consulting) (Required)
5 years’ experience managing National multi-unit construction projects (Preferred)
Demonstrated success influencing diverse stakeholders and leading teams that include non-direct reports in cross-functional settings (Required)
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to read and understand design and construction drawings, contracts, leases & work letters
- Ability to prepare & understand project financial models & cost analysis
- Ability to track construction projects within standardized applications (e.g., Expesite)
- Ability to manage and organize projects across various stakeholder groups
- Ability to develop and maintain positive business relationships (e.g., customers, 3rd party vendors, other departments, etc.) and foster an environment of mutual respect, understanding, trust, and support
- Ability to understand, anticipate and respond effectively to the needs of stakeholders (e.g., internal and external customers, etc.) in a timely manner
- Ability to gather data from multiple sources and make informed decisions that includes an understanding of the business (business acumen)
- Ability to quickly define issues, identify appropriate action, and coordinate and track progress to resolution
- Ability to convey clear, concise information in verbal, written, electronic, and other communication formats and to demonstrate active listening while engaging others
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
J-18808-Ljbffr
