Director of Construction- Restaurants - Leap Brands

Job Description:

Our client is looking for a Director of Construction to plan and execute new store builds, and supervise construction projects from development to completion for several restaurant concepts across the United States.  This position has a high level of ownership, responsibility, and authority, requiring both strategic and tactical skills. 

• Site Design Review
• Property Due Diligence
• Working with local and state planning committees
• Project Management for multiple locations
• Achieve the budget costs associated with self-developed projects
• Prepare and negotiate cost estimates, and work timetables
• Select appropriate construction methods and strategies
• Report on work progress and budget matter
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other construction building specialists
• Instruct and supervise construction personnel, vendors, consultants and activities
• Comply with legal requirements, building and safety codes, and other regulations
• Schedule critical site visits for future, upcoming, active and completed projects
• Review all plans prior to bid & construction to identify errors or needed updates
• Perform detailed take-off of materials estimates from plans (tile, lighting & fixture counts, RTU’s, etc.)
• Review shop drawings and submittals
• Follow brand standards and Company procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree preferred
• 8 years of experience in construction of commercial construction within the restaurant or retail space
• Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of construction and development concepts and strategies.
• Must have a proven broad business perspective and clearly understand the dynamics and economics of construction.
• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills.
• Proven record of interpersonal, negotiation, planning, communication and organizational skills.

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