Project Manager

This position will be part of the New Store Opening Team and will manage the construction and FF&E for single tenant new builds and remodels. The Project Manager is responsible for drawing review, procurement, budgeting, and installation of owner provided items throughout the lifecycle of multiple construction projects. The position requires effective communication skills due to multiple touch points with third parties which include but are not limited to: clients, general contractors, consultants, and suppliers. The Project Manager is responsible for delivering a turnkey experience while ensuring on-time delivery and being on budget.

The Project Manager position plays an important role in shaping the future of our company and the clients we serve by:

• Owning the new store opening division’s portion of each project from start to finish
• Collaborating with internal PSP teams (Pre-Development, Design, Finance, etc.) throughout a project’s development cycle
• Working with general contractors including site superintendents while serving as the main point of contact for all owners procured materials and installations (such as kitchen equipment, signage, POS systems, etc.)
• Developing and maintaining various project schedules, spreadsheets, and systems to track deliveries and ensure projects deliver on time and on-budget
• Maintaining consistent communication with multiple vendors and anticipating the needs of the project

• Ensuring client preferences are effectively communicated to A&E teams, vendors, installers, and other third-party partners as needed
• Receiving, interpreting, organizing, and documenting considerable amounts of information relevant to the project throughout the lifecycle of various construction projects
• Evaluating project status from both micro and macro levels and make recommendations related to deliveries and installations based on overall impact to the project
• Reviewing construction plans and new product orders as needed
• Maintaining and fostering relationships with various key partners
• Working with clients and existing partners to solve daily business problems
• Coordinating with the franchisee, architects, contractors, vendors, and store operators in various capacities
• Cooperating with building regulating agencies
• Maintaining high standards of work performance and continuously looking for ways to improve the overall process
• Conducting site visits and inspecting work in progress to ensure brand specifications are met and construction is on schedule
• Meeting annual store opening goals
• Other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

Desired Criteria, Talents, and Ambitions

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience in construction, architecture or engineering, a plus
• 1-3 years of construction project management experience preferred
• Knowledgeable in communicating with contractors and working through permitting and construction processes to include schedule and budget management
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude under pressure Ability to perform work accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks as needed
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter with a high degree of accuracy
• Quick learner with desire to further construction background and knowledge
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications: MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and have excellent customer service skills
• Must be a team player and able to effectively coordinate and communicate with multiple internal departments before, during, and after project completion
• Ability to build and maintain productive, supportive working relationships with franchisees, vendors, contractors, and architects
• Fulfill responsibilities in a professional, respectful manner
• Must be willing and able to travel 30%-40% of the time, or as required based on project deadlines

Plaza Street Partners is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. Our employees are offered competitive compensation, health and welfare benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.